Sterile Processing Technician

PeaceHealth is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician for a Non Employee-Nurse, Resp Therapy, Clinical Support, 0.90 FTE, Day position, NO auto offers, YES on call required (weekend call coverage, every other, some holiday), 1 year of Epic experience not applicable, SPD Cert required. The bill rate for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $60. This is an all inclusive bill rate.

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.

• 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 Natl Sterile Processing/Distribution Certification Certification from IAHCSMM, as a Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST), or certification from CBSPD as a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Tech (CSPDT) or other nationally recognized certifying body

Skills

• Basic computer skills including MS Office applications. (Required)

• Demonstrated proficiency in verbal and written communications in English required. (Required)

Department / Location Specific Notes

Peace Harbor Medical Center - Florence:

• A minimum of three (3) months’ experience as a Sterile Processing Technician preferred or three (3) month’s experience in other medical related role.
• Active enrollment (within 90 days of hire date) in educational program/training for National Central Services Technician Course to obtain certification requirements within one year. Provide proof of enrollment, course progress or completion required.
• Must be able to manage conflict effectively and professionally.
• Excellent time management skills with an emphasis on meeting time sensitive deadlines.
• Good customer service skills and good interpersonal skills.

PHMG Ambulatory Surgery Center (Endoscopy)- Bellingham:

• Additional Essential Functions:
• Will also perform the responsibilities of a Patient Access Rep (PAR) 50% of the time. (Please refer to PAR job profile for Essential Functions).
• May transport patients utilizing escort or wheeled transport equipment.
  Other requirements:
• Six months’ experience as a Sterile Processing Technician or Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor preferred.
• One year of medical office or related experience required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Medical Terminology and CPT/ICD-10 coding preferred.
• Knowledge of insurance process and regulations preferred.
• Must be able to manage conflict effectively and professionally.
• Excellent time management skills with an emphasis on meeting time sensitive deadlines.
• Good customer service skills and good interpersonal skills.

Sacred Heart Medical Center-RiverBend:

• A minimum of three (3) months’ experience as a Sterile Processing Technician required or three (3) month’s experience as a Veterinary Technician, Dental Technician, Surgical Support Aide, or other medical related technician role whose responsibilities included cleaning, decontaminating, and sterilizing surgical instrumentation.

Southwest Medical Center:

• Requires a minimum of (3) month’s experience as a Sterile Processing Technician, or completion of a Sterile Processing Technician Course, or CRCST/CBSPD certified. (3) month’s experience as a Veterinary Technician, Dental Technician, Surgical Support Aide, or other medical related technician role whose responsibilities included cleaning, decontaminating, and sterilizing surgical instrumentation may also be considered.

Squalicum Ambulatory Surgery Center:

• Six months’ experience as a Sterile Processing Technician preferred.
• Must be able to manage conflict effectively and professionally.
• Excellent time management skills with an emphasis on meeting time sensitive deadlines.
• Good customer service skills and good interpersonal skills.

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 25 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.

Mental/Visual

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).

• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

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