Sterile Processing Technician Level I

$5,000 sign-on bonus if you are an external applicant and certified in sterile processing. $3,000 sign-on bonus for an external applicant that is non-certified but has a minimum of 6 months experience. Position Summary/Essential Duties: The Sterile Processing Technician role is responsible for receiving, sorting, decontaminating, reassembling, packaging, sterilizing, storing and distributing reusable patient care equipment, instrument trays and supplies. Specific job duties include: Performs decontamination procedure Prepares reusable patient care items for sterilization Sterilization using appropriate sterilization methods Picks surgical case carts, stores and distribute reusable patient care equipment, instrument trays and supplies Participates as a productive member of the O.R. processing team Maintains positive relationships with patients, customers, and co-workers Participates as a productive member of the perioperative process teamQualifications: Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Graduate of a Sterile Processing program preferred. Required Credentials, License, and / or Certifications: National or International Sterile Processing Technician Certification required through CBSPD or IAHCSMM within 2 years of hire. Experience & Knowledge: Previous hospital central service instrument decontamination and assembly, inventory or distribution experience preferred. Basic medical terminology preferred. Special Skills & Equipment Knowledge: Steam, EtO, Plasma, Peracetic Acid, Dry Heat, and liquid sterilants. Knowledge of: Equipment, sterilizers, washers, instruments, and tray assembly. Good manual dexterity. Attention to details.