Job Description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician I for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Night position. The general salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $20.94 - $31.44. The actual hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to, the job/position responsibilities, location, terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, education, training, work experience, seniority, work performance, etc.

Schedule for this role is 11p-730a, Monday thru Friday

Learn more about our Sterile Processing Department:

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.
• Collaborates with the Perioperative Nursing staff to provide sterile instrument sets and equipment in an accurate and timely manner. Assist in maintaining consistent and continuous workflow, providing superior customer service.
• Operate a variety of sterilization equipment.
• Clean and maintain department equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS (Required unless otherwise designated)

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:

• Completion of a National Central Service Technician course and/or six months experience as a Sterile Process Technician preferred.

LICENSE/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) within one year of hire.

OTHER SKILLS:

• Basic computer skills including MS Office applications.
• Demonstrated proficiency in verbal and written communications in English required.

ST JOSEPH PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS:

• Work requires active physical exertion at least 66% of the time with ability to push and pull carts exceeding 100 lbs. unassisted at times.
• Ability to lift objects weighing 50 lbs. or more.
• Work requires frequent exposure to skin or lung irritants extreme cold or heat sharp instruments or, dangerous equipment; reasonably anticipated exposure to blood and body fluids once per month or more.
• Job duties frequently require intense concentration and attention to detail (34-65% of work time).
• Ability to stand on feet for the duration of any scheduled shift; ability to stoop and bend consistently without restrictions.

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.

PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.

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