What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterile Processing Tech PRN/On-Call position at Saint Alphonsus Health System?
Job Summary:
At Saint Alphonsus Health System, we are seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join our OR team as a part-time Sterile Processing Tech. This role involves performing decontamination, cleaning, inspection, assembly, sterilization, and storage of re-usable surgical instrumentation.This position requires strong self-initiative, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working on their own and will seek out information if they have questions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Clean, inspect, and package surgical instruments, specialty sets, and other re-usable instruments following all surgical procedures according to regulations established by OSHA, The Joint Commission, and Saint Alphonsus.
- Operate sterilization equipment including cart washer, washer disinfectors, steam sterilizers, other sterilizers, heat sealers, and Sterris machines.
- Order and restock the surgery department with supplies and instruments and respond to specific requests.
Work Schedule:
This position will work 20 hours a week, Tuesdays - Thursdays, with longer days on Tuesdays and shorter days on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Shift starts around 7:30am. Fridays and weekends are off.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
- Certified in a recognized Central service organization preferred.
- Prior experience in a hospital setting preferred.
Benefits:
Saint Alphonsus offers market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one. Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.
About Us:
Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. We boast 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, our goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based.
