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Sterile Processing Technician
full-timeSaint Joseph

Summary

Location

Saint Joseph

Type

full-time

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About this role

Shift and Status

Full time, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., variable hours and weekends.

Job Summary

Responsible for inspecting, disinfecting, assembling, processing and distributing patient care instruments, equipment and supplies in accordance with established policies, procedures and Association of Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) standards. Acts as a role model and resource to peers and other members of the health care team related to processing of equipment, instruments, and supplies. Stores, rotates and ensures all instruments and supplies are correctly labeled.

Essential Functions

  • Cleans soiled instruments and equipment utilizing the appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE). Inspects and tests instruments and equipment to ensure proper functioning. Utilizes the insulation tester, leak tester (flex scopes) and other mechanical/digital validation tools to ensures that proper sterilization occurs.
  • Strive for zero defects.
  • Acts as a role model and resource to peers and other members of the health care team related to processing of equipment, instruments, and supplies.
  • Ensures proper processing of equipment, instruments and supplies, including any vendor trays by prioritizing the work load to correspond with medical/surgical floor needs, surgical case loads and physician requirements.
  • Accurately differentiates between instruments functionality and its specialty. Monitors performance of sterilizers, sonic, utensil washers and other equipment and fills out repair requisitions as necessary.
  • Answer, interpret and fill phone requests and other issues according to departmental standards.
  • Demonstrates proficiency in assembling highest complexity trays such as implant trays and ambulatory clinic tray turn-around process.
  • Ensures all customer area requests are handled in an efficient, timely, and professional manner.
  • Low error rate and high productivity rate.
  • Actively participates in safety initiatives and risk mitigating measures where appropriate and completes all position and unit safety related competencies and requirements on a timely basis.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

  • High School or equivalent
  • Certified Sterile Processing Distribution Tech (CSPDT) – CBSPD or Registered Central Services Technician, Certified (CRCST) – IAHCSMM obtain within 1 ½ years

About Corewell Health 

As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members, and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence. 

How Corewell Health cares for you

  • Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

  • On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv

  • Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!

  • Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance

  • Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

  • Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Lakeland Hospital St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St Joseph

Department Name

Sterile Processing St Joseph - Niles and St Joseph Hosp

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

Variable weekends

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

Other facts

Tech stack
Sterile Processing,Disinfection,Assembly,Inspection,Testing,Sterilization,Customer Service,Safety Initiatives,Equipment Monitoring,Problem Solving,Collaboration,Attention to Detail,Time Management,Communication,Role Modeling,Resourcefulness

About Corewell Health

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 65,000+ dedicated people—including more than 12,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,500 nurses providing care and services in 21 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.3 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness. For more information, visit corewellhealth.org.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Founding Year: 2022

What you'll do

  • The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for inspecting, disinfecting, assembling, processing, and distributing patient care instruments and supplies. They act as a resource to peers and ensure proper processing in accordance with established standards.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Sterile Processing Technician do at Corewell Health?

As a Sterile Processing Technician at Corewell Health, you will: the Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for inspecting, disinfecting, assembling, processing, and distributing patient care instruments and supplies. They act as a resource to peers and ensure proper processing in accordance with established standards..

Why join Corewell Health as a Sterile Processing Technician?

Corewell Health is a leading Hospitals and Health Care company.

Is the Sterile Processing Technician position at Corewell Health remote?

The Sterile Processing Technician position at Corewell Health is based in Saint Joseph, Michigan, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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