Sterile Processing Technician

Company: Talent Healthcare Services
Location: Rochester
Posted on: April 23, 2025

Job Description:

#AlliedJob SummaryThe individual is responsible for performing delegated activities to support the operating room team in the care of the surgical patient.Essential Functions* Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, Core Charge RN, and Core Supervisor, prepares and delivers medical/surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment for surgical procedures.* Cleans, packages, and processes surgical equipment and instrumentation, as well as maintains inventory and storage of supplies in the core.* Manages multiple computer applications to assist with sterilization tracking and processes.* Responsible for operating and troubleshooting power equipment to process instruments (e.g., autoclaves, washer disinfector, ultrasonic cleaners).Required Skills & Experience* Adapts to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting.* Proven ability to communicate with a variety of people in a direct, empathetic, and articulate manner.* Demonstrated patient-centered and customer-focused communication skills.* Frequent lifting/carrying of 25 pounds or more, with occasional work above shoulder level.Preferred Skills & Experience* Prefer two years of experience in the handling and sterilization processing of surgical/medical/dental instrumentation within the past four years, or a vocational certificate as Central Service Technician or Patient Care Assistant within the last two years.* Alternatively, at least two years of experience as a Central Service Technician or Patient Care Assistant in an acute care setting within the last five years.* Prefer knowledge of medical terminology.Required EducationHigh School diploma or GED.Required Certifications & Licensure* Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) Certification as a Central Processing Technician (CRCST) within 18 months of hire.* Must be 18 years of age prior to the start date.Preferred Certifications & Licensure* Vocational certificate as Central Service Technician or Patient Care Assistant within the last two years.* Two years of experience in the handling and sterilization processing of surgical/medical/dental instrumentation within the past four years.* At least two years of experience as a Central Service Technician or Patient Care Assistant in an acute care setting within the last five years.Additional InformationHours Per Week: 40.00Hours Per Day: 8.00Days Per Week: 5.00Schedule Notes: M-F, 8 hour shifts, 3-11:30pm, OVERTIME required as needed, no weekends, no call.Job Type: 13 weeks contract with possible extensionPay: $28.00 - $33.00 per hourJob Types: Full-time, ContractPay: $28.00 - $33.00 per hourExpected hours: 40 per weekBenefits:* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Vision insuranceSchedule:* Day shift* Evening shiftExperience:* Sterile Processing Tech: 2 years (Required)License/Certification:* BLS Certification (Required)* CRCST (Required)Work Location: In person

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