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Sterile Processing Technician, on the job training provided! - Bellingham Washington
Company: Peace Health Location: Bellingham, Washington
Posted On: 04/18/2024
Job Description Description PeaceHealth is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician I for a Full Time, 0.5 FTE, Days position. The general salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $21.57 - $32.38. The actual hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to, the job/position responsibilities, location, terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, education, training, work experience, seniority, work performance, etc. SCHEDULE: 11a-730p Tues, Fri, e/o Thurs On the job training is available, and we are able to hire candidates with various levels of experience. Dental experience is welcome! This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting. Job Summary Responsible for operating autoclaves and other equipment to clean, decontaminate and sterilize instruments and equipment, including power equipment as applicable. Also responsible for inspecting and assembling instruments, trays and packs. Essential Functions - Responsible for the coordination, assembly and distribution of supplies, equipment and instruments for surgical cases.
- Re-stocking inventory.
- Cleaning, decontaminating, disassembling and sterilizing instruments and supplies.
- Collaborates with the Perioperative Nursing staff to provide sterile instrument sets and equipment in an accurate and timely manner. Assist in maintaining consistent and continuous workflow, providing superior customer service.
- Operate a variety of sterilization equipment.
- Clean and maintain department equipment.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Education * High School Diploma Preferred: or equivalent. Experience * Preferred: Completion of a National Central Service Technician course and/or six months experience as a Sterile Process Technician Credentials - Required within 1 Year: Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician, on the job training is available.
- Required within 1 Year: Certified Registered Central Service Technician, on the job training is available.
Skills - Basic computer skills including MS Office applications. (Required)
- Demonstrated proficiency in verbal and written communications in English. (Required)
Working Conditions Lifting - Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.
- Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment, frequently.
- Lift/Carry: Frequently up to 5 lbs.
- Push/Pull: Frequently up to 10 lbs. force.
- Reaching frequently.
- Squat/ kneel occasionally.
Environmental Conditions - Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
- Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
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