What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Sterile Processing Technician position at saintpeters?
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Central Services
The Certified Sterile Processing Technician will:
- Prepare instruments and specialty instrument trays for packaging prior to sterilization. Interfaces with other Hospital personnel as needed.
- Prioritize the assembling of instrument sets according to Departmental needs.
- Make rounds to designated areas to collect items.
- Receive soiled items in decontamination area of S.P.D. Decontaminates reusable instruments, equipment and supplies.
- Prepare patient equipment for use. Fills case carts for use.
- Operate equipment and monitor equipment function.
- Fill requests for medical/surgical supplies, procedure trays and patient equipment. Restocking of Procedure Carts.
- Prepare linen for sterilization.
Requirements:
- One to two (1-2) years of prior Central Service experience desirable, which may include at least 6 months experience as SPD Tech I.
- Experience must include knowledge of Orthopedic, Vascular, Neuro and ENT instrumentation.
- Knowledge of specific O.R. requirements for optimal functioning of instrumentation a must.
- Work requires standing and walking for prolonged periods (90% of work time) as well as occasional lifting of instrument trays.
- Ability to lift 25 pounds required.
- Certified through a national sterile processing program recognized by New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services.
Salary Range: 18.96 - 30.33 USD
We offer competitive base rates that are determined by many factors, including job-related work experience, internal equity, and industry-specific market data. In addition to base salary, some positions may be eligible for clinical certification pay and shift differentials.
The salary range listed for exempt positions reflects full-time compensation and will be prorated based on employment status.
Saint Peter's offers a robust benefits program to eligible employees that will support you and your family in working toward achieving and maintaining secure, healthy lives now and into the future. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; savings accounts, voluntary benefits, wellness programs and discounts, paid life insurance, generous 401(k) match, adoption assistance, back-up daycare, free onsite parking, and recognition rewards.
You can take your career to the next level by participating in either a fully paid tuition program or our generous tuition assistance program. Learn more about our benefits by visiting our site at Saint Peter's.