Certified Sterile Processing Technician; Full Time, Day Shift
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $28.29 - $36.90
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Career development opportunities
Paid holidays
Job Description
Adventist Health Lodi Memorial is a prominent healthcare provider located in the heart of San Joaquin County, California. Established in 1952, this faith-based, nonprofit healthcare institution has built a strong reputation over the decades by delivering comprehensive and compassionate care to the community. It includes a 190-bed hospital, 17 medical offices, home care services, and comprehensive cancer care centers, along with other award-winning healthcare services distributed throughout Lodi and its surrounding regions. The city of Lodi is renowned for its charming small-town atmosphere, abundant vineyards, and delightful local restaurants and bakeries. Its appealing community vibe is enhanced by the close... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school education/GED or equivalent
- sterile processing technician certification
- preferred associate's/technical degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience
- ability to follow detailed sterilization protocols and safety procedures
- physical capability to perform duties including standing and lifting
- effective communication skills
- commitment to teamwork and collaboration
- willingness to comply with vaccination requirements as a condition of employment
Job Qualifications
- High school education/GED or equivalent
- Sterile Processing Technician certification
- preferred associate's/technical degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience
- demonstrated ability to work effectively in a healthcare sterile processing environment
- strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and infection control standards
Job Duties
- Decontaminates and processes instruments, including compiling instrument sets, counting instruments and recording counts
- sterilizes instruments, trays, basins, etc. with the appropriate exposure/dry times
- prepares instruments for immediate use sterilization when necessary
- maintains a clean and orderly environment in the department by daily wiping of counters, sinks, exterior surface of autoclaves and high disinfection equipment
- cleans the autoclave chambers on a weekly basis
- assists Operating Room Housekeeping with room turn over, terminal cleaning of Operating Room suites, and daily duties, if necessary
- assists with picking supplies/instruments for upcoming cases
- performs daily diagnostic testing on sterilizing equipment, including test packs, biological indicators and diagnostic cycle for Endoscope Processors
- evaluates instruments for function and safety when reprocessing
- provides reprocessing services for ancillary department instruments, including Emergency Room, Respiratory Therapy, Physical Therapy, Radiology
- identifies and evaluates loaner instruments prior to processing
- records loaner information in a log for tracking
- maintains Biological Incubator and log
- evaluates for biological test results
- provides technical services and assists in operating room, recovery, outpatient endoscopy, and central sterile as assigned and directed
- works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and reports to the perioperative services manager
- performs other job-related duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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