Sterile Processing Technician – Surgery Center
Job ID:
R179616
Shift:
1st
Full/Part Time:
Full_time
Pay Range:
$20.40 – $30.60
Location:
Germantown, WI – W180N11070 River Ln
Germantown, WI 53022
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
36
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
- Base compensation within the position’s pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate’s job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
M-F with a start time of 6:30am, No Weekends, No Holidays, No Call.We’re seeking candidates with a Sterile Processing Certification (CRCST or CBSPD preferred) and 2+ years of experience in sterile processing, preferably in a surgery center setting.
- Processes all reusable medical/surgical items for issue according to departmental and infection control policy and procedures.
- Sterilizes instruments and equipment according to manufacturer’s recommendations and infection control guidelines. Completes thorough cleaning of surgical instruments and equipment.
- Processes patient care equipment for re-issue. Inspects patient care equipment for cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Inspects surgical instruments and equipment for proper functioning.
- Performs biological indicator tests on the Steam sterilizers and the Sterrad Unit and Steris One.
- Assembles instrument sets according to department protocols. Packages instrument sets for sterilizing.
- Distributes sterile equipment to appropriate areas. Communicates and notifies all personnel for the recall of sterilized items.
- Restocks surgery unit with medical/surgical supplies. Maintains established supply levels in the Central Processing area.
- Revises department policies to meet the department standards. Observes environmental standards for the Central Processing area.
- Lifts, carries and/or pushes/pull various items (bags, boxes, carts, etc.) while utilizing proper technique.
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:
- None Required.
Education Required:
- High School Graduate.
Experience Required:
- No experience required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
- Good interpersonal communication skills. Requires the ability to receive and present information with proper conduct and tact.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders on a daily basis.
- Must be able to:
- lift up to 15 lbs. from floor to overhead
- lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist
- lift and carry up to 50 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance
- Must be able to:
- push/pull with 20 lbs. of force
- Position requires repetitive use of feet (i.e., heat sealer, sonic cleaner).
- Must have functional speech, vision, touch, and hearing.
- May be exposed to chemical hazards; therefore, protective clothing must be worn as necessary.
- Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
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Aurora Health Care is the largest health system in Wisconsin and a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. The state’s largest private employer, the system serves patients across 17 hospitals, more than 70 pharmacies and more than 150 sites of care. Aurora Health Care, in addition to Advocate Health Care in Illinois and Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama, is now part of Advocate Health, the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides nearly $5 billion in annual community benefits.
