Sterile Processing Technician-Surgical Services-.8 FTE
- Onamia, MN
- $20.20-30.30 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Collecting used and contaminated equipment, instruments, and supplies for sorting and decontamination.
- Manually cleaning supplies of contaminants, removing waste matter, and operating and maintaining decontamination equipment.
- Preparing and packing decontaminated supplies for sterilization.
- Monitoring and operating sterilization equipment.
- Examining supplies meticulously to ensure they are properly cleaned and sanitized.
- Testing and reporting any issues or problems with the sterilization equipment.
- Monitoring biological and chemical wash solution to ensure quality and consistency.
- Sterilizing, preparing, wrapping, and organizing equipment into instrument trays for use during medical procedures.
- Preparing and delivering all necessary equipment and instruments for surgeries, examinations, medical procedures, and medical carts.
- Maintaining records of sterilization procedures, sterilized items, equipment maintenance, and supplies.
- Controlling the inventory, reordering supplies, and checking expiration dates.
- Assist with maintaining established policies and procedures for quality improvement, safety, as well as environmental and infection control standards.
- A High School diploma or equivalent
- Experience in sterile processing and distribution.
- Strong attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulous care on the job.
- Passion for keeping people safe.
- Good judgment and critical-thinking skills.
- Manual dexterity and the ability to handle fragile equipment.
- Technical skills and familiarity with sterilization techniques.
- The ability to work well in a team or independently.
- A clear background check and proof of up-to-date immunizations (meet MLHS policy).
- Certification in sterile processing and distribution
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods
- Frequently walking
- Frequently reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive).
- Ability to lift/push/pull greater than 75 pounds.
- Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills
- Service Focus
- Ethical Conduct
- Flexibility
- Initiative
- Teamwork Orientation
- Technical Capacity
- Time Management
- Quality and Safety focused
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement, Discounts and Scholarships Programs
- Retirement Plans
- Long-Term and Short-Term Disability
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness Program
- Service and Pharmacy Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Holiday Pay