Sterile Processing Technician

Are you passionate about ensuring the safety and well-being of patients in healthcare facilities?Valley Surgical Suites LLC is currently seeking for a dedicated Sterile Processing Technician to join our team!

Position Duties:

1. Obtains and records information accurately

2. Identifies, cleans, sorts, wraps and properly sterilizes all instrumentation and instrument trays used in hospital

3. Responds to requests with appropriate quickness without disregard to sterile integrity

4. Pulls add-on and STAT Surgery cases with the case cart system.

5. Responds to Code Blue calls with necessary patient equipment

6. Locates surgery supplies/instruments located in SPD and deliver upon demand

7. Documents and interprets all autoclave records. Knowledge of expected results within established limits

8. Properly uses, handles and disposes of hazardous materials used in area and associated good safety practices

9. Practices strict infection control habits. Knowledge of proper handling of Sterile Supplies

10. Develops understanding of new Inst./Equip., location, use, method of cleaning, wrap and sterilization.

11. Promotes positive work environment and participates in the team process

12. Receives outside instrumentation from other care providers and assumes responsibility for documentation and processing

13. Maintains confidentiality in all words and actions within the Sterile Processing Department

14. Identifies and replaces worn or broken instruments and tag with instructions for repair

15. Ability to use computer for information. Doctor preference cards and e-mail

16. Develops a full understanding of all operation policies and procedures associated with sterility and reduction of patient/worker risk

17. Follows the instructions for use (IFU) for the cleaning and sterilization of all instrumentation

18. Maintains competency in all position responsibilities

Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Certification as a Sterile Processing Technician (CST) preferred
- Knowledge of Sterile Processing techniques and procedures
- Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
- Familiarity with aseptic techniques and infection control protocols
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Top benefits or perks:

As a team member at Valley Surgical Suites, you’ll enjoy:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401(k)
• Vision Insurance
• Paid time off
• Flexible Spending Account

Location:

Napa, CA

Join us in our mission to provide high-quality care by ensuring cleanliness and safety of medical equipment. If you are ready to make a difference in healthcare, apply now to become a valued member of our team!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $31.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Ambulatory surgery center
• Operating room

Medical specialties:

• Medical-Surgical
• Surgery

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Sterile processing: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CSPDT (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Napa, CA 94558 (Required)

Work Location: In person