Sterile Processing Technician Associate

Allina Health
US - Pennsylvania - Scranton
January 12, 2025
Medical

Number of Job Openings Available:
1
Date Posted:
January 06, 2025
Department:
38018470 Mercy Sterile Processing
Shift:
Evening/Night (United States of America)
Shift Length:
8 hour shift
Hours Per Week:
40
Union Contract:
SEIU-4-Mercy Service Workers-SMC
Weekend Rotation:
Occasional
Job Summary:
Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.
Key Position Details:

1.0 FTE (80-hours per 2-week pay period)
8- hour evening/night shifts
Occasional weekends

Orientation and training provided for up to one year to learn sterile processing. This training includes decontamination, cleaning, sterilization and processing of supplies and equipment, following guidelines from federal and state agencies, manufacturer and hospital infection control. Provides opportunity to learn and complete tasks in preparation for certification examination.

Principle Responsibilities

Demonstrates skill in preparation of surgical instruments (all elements may not be assigned in this level)
- Performs decontamination, assembly and sterilization of surgical instrumentation per department policy and procedures.
- Assures instruments are clean and free of foreign matter in preparation for sterilization.
- Assembles instruments sets and trays accurately.
- Packages and labels items for correct sterilization method.
Performs work following safety standards and protocols (all elements may not be assigned in this level)
- Follows infection control guidelines when working in decontamination.
- Demonstrates appropriate use of washers/disinfectors, ultrasonic machine, high level disinfection and other department equipment.
- Operates sterilizers safely, documenting loads according to standards.
- Processes and interprets biological controls and tests per guidelines, document for each procedure.
- Reports potentially unsafe situations and malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or lead.
- Conducts quality assurance checks on required equipment per department guidelines.
May provide support for Case Carts, Sterile Core and other areas as assigned
- Pulls cases for next day, add-on and emergency procedures accurately.
- Completes the appropriate paperwork for compliant charging and billing or case.
- Follow tasks assignment list when working in the sterile core.
- Responds to urgent request with accuracy and efficiency.
Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description

Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Vocational or Technical Training-Completion of Instrument Specialist/Central Supply program or Surgical Technology program
0 to 2 years in sterile processing 1 year

Licenses/Certifications

Certified Sterile Processing Technician - The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) required CBSPD within 1-1/2 Yrs or
Certified Sterile Processing Technician - The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) this requirement not applicable if in 3 month program
Certified Registered Central Service Tech CRCST within 1-1/2 Yrs required
Certified Registered Central Service Tech This requirement not applicable if in 3 month program

Physical Demands

Medium Work:
Lifting weight Up to 50 lbs. occasionally, Up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $19.83 to $27.84 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs)voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits include:

Medical/Dental
PTO/Time Away
Retirement Savings Plans
Life Insurance
Short-term/Long-term Disability
Paid Caregiver Leave
Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

• Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

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