Sterile Processing Technician

Job Description Salary Range

$20.00 - $29.60
Overview

Located in the heart of Washington, we enjoy open skies, snow-capped mountains, and the lakes and rivers of the high desert. We are the proud home of orchards, farms, and small communities. Confluence Health actively supports the communities we serve and their quality of life through our community support program and through our individual efforts as involved community members.

Employees of Confluence Health receive a wide range of benefits in addition to compensation.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Saving Accounts
• CH Wellness Program
• Paid Time Off
• Generous Retirement Plans
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Gym Membership Discount
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Adoption Assistance
• Shift Differential

Summary

$2,000 Sign On Bonus with CRCST Certification

Applies to External Candidates Only

Scheduled Hours: M-F 2pm- 10:30pm

Hours subject to slight change, based on department need.

The Sterile Processing Tech I is responsible for decontamination, cleaning, processing, assembling and sterilization of supplies and equipment dispensed by the department following infection control practices. Must be conscientious with regard to details and capable of working under pressure and interfacing professionally with other departments within the hospital.

Position Reports To: Sterile Processing Leadership

Essential Functions

1. Decontaminates, assembles and packages surgical instruments/supplies for sterilization using department specific processes.
2. Maintains appropriate biological testing in routine fashion and documents results as required.
3. General cleaning of department surface areas, racks, shelves, storage cabinets and all storage areas.
4. Takes physical inventory as required.
5. Responsible for ordering supplies (as directed), stocking carts and ensuring all items are present.
6. Stores all supplies and equipment in appropriate location.
7. Knowledgeable regarding handling and care of instruments, tray preparation and special procedure items.
8. Observes Universal Precautions.
9. Inspects units regularly for proper equipment cleaning and functioning.
10. Receive department deliveries and fill requests.
11. Picks supplies/instruments according to surgeons preferences and assures that all case carts are properly set up prior to case.
12. Other duties as assigned.

Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.

Position Requirements

Being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 is an essential requirement of working at Confluence Health. Religious and medical exemptions will be considered upon request.

Qualifications

Required:

• Graduate of high school or equivalent.
• Completion of Purdue University online Sterile Processing course and CRCST certification through IAHCSMM within 18 months of hire.
• Conscientious regard for technical and minute procedures.
• Able to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
• Must have thorough knowledge of aseptic techniques and procedures, sterilization Techniques and procedures, infection control requirements, and a basic knowledge of medical surgical procedure and terminology.
• Must possess basic computer skills related to Windows navigation, mouse usage, keyboarding, email communication and password management.

Desired:

• Medical terminology

Physical/Sensory Demands

O = Occasional, represents 1 to 25% or up to 30 minutes in a 2 hour workday.
F = Frequent, represents 26 to 50% or up to 1 hour of a 2 hour workday.
C = Continuous, represents 51% to 100% or up to 2 hours of a 2 hour workday.

Physical/Sensory Demands For This Position:

• Walking - F
• Sitting/Standing - F
• Reaching: Shoulder Height - F
• Reaching: Above shoulder height - F
• Reaching: Below shoulder height -F
• Climbing - O
• Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds or less - F
• Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - F
• Pulling/Pushing: Over 50 pounds -F
• Lifting: 25 pounds or less - F
• Lifting: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - F
• Lifting: Over 50 pounds - O
• Carrying: 25 pounds or less - F
• Carrying: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - F
• Carrying: Over 50 pounds - O
• Crawling/Kneeling - O
• Bending/Stooping/Crouching - F
• Twisting/Turning - F
• Repetitive Movement - F

Working Conditions:

• Handling instruments, biohazards and sharps in a clinical support setting.

Job Classification:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Hourly/Salary: Hourly

Physical Exposures For This Position:

• Unprotected Heights - No
• Heat - Yes
• Cold - No
• Mechanical Hazards - Yes
• Hazardous Substances - Yes
• Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Potential - Yes
• Lighting - Yes
• Noise - Yes
• Ionizing/Non-Ionizing Radiation - No
• Infectious Diseases - Yes