OR Processing Sterile Tech -PRNReporting and accountable to the Surgery Manager and the CNO, the Sterile Processing Tech is responsible for the safety and cleanliness of the operating room, tables and equipment in the Surgery Department.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
1. Effectively utilizes infection control concepts.
2. Effectively handles all chemical and cleaning agents used for cleaning, decontamination and sterilization of instruments and equipment.
3. Demonstrates the proper loading technique for sterilization method.
4. Operates sterilizer according to the manufacturer's instructions and the department's policy.
5. Demonstrates safety precautions when operating washers and sterilizers.
6. Follows safe lifting techniques as well as proper techniques for handling instruments.
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
High School Graduate or equivalent
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:
1 year of sterile processing experience preferred
Certification preferred
Physical and Mental Requirements
Often work with infectious specimens. Infection control and sterilization protocols must be followed to minimize these hazards. Position requires frequent hours of standing and stooping.
Excellent Benefits for Full Time employees,
with shift differentials offered to all positions on night shifts and weekends.
Benefits include PTO/EIB, RETIREMENT, HEALTH/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE, and LIFE INSURANCE

History:

Ward Memorial Hospital is a 25-bed critical access facility providing healthcare services to Ward County and 14 surrounding counties in the area. The hospital has served residents of Ward County since 1956.
The hospital features a Level IV trauma designated emergency room, in addition to a wide range of medical services including laboratory, radiology, general surgery, sleep wellness center, respiratory therapy and cardiac/pulmonary rehab, rheumatology, physical therapy, and two rural health clinics.
Ward Memorial Hospital is committed to providing primary and certain specialty services with high quality of care, concern and dedication to the improvement of our facility. We invite you to join our progressive team where you will be challenged yet rewarded.
Mission Statement :
The Mission of Ward Memorial Hospital is to provide compassionate, high quality care and education as a partner in your health and wellness.
Vision Statement:
Ward Memorial Hospital's Vision is to have highly satisfied patients who received excellent healthcare from exceptional providers, employees, and facilities.
Core Values of our facility :
Do the right thing
Teamwork and trust
Have a passion for Excellence!
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer :
Ward Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and affords equal opportunity to all associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.
Additional Information
Position Type : Pool/PRN/Per Diem
Contact Information
Jacee Carter - HR/Administrative Assistant
406 S. Gary Ave.
Monahans, TX 79756
Email: jcarter@wardmemorial.com
Phone: (432) 943-2511
Fax: (432) 943-9415