Sterile Processing Technician

1 day ago


Salem OR United States Salem Health Full time

Join Our Team as a Sterile Processing Technician

Are you looking for a role where you can be a vital part of something bigger, a career where you directly support life-saving care and keep patients safe? As a Sterile Processing Technician at Salem Health, you’ll be at the heart of healthcare, ensuring that our surgical teams have access to the instruments they need to provide top-notch care. Every tool you sanitize plays a role in someone’s health journey, making your work truly meaningful.

About the Role

As a Sterile Processing Technician, you’ll be instrumental in creating a safe environment for patients and staff by ensuring that each tool, instrument and piece of equipment meets the highest standards of cleanliness and sterilization. Your work directly supports our surgical teams in delivering precise, effective care.

A Day in the Life:

In this role, you’ll:

  • Prepare and assemble case carts for a wide range of surgical procedures, making sure every instrument is in place to support smooth, efficient operations.
  • Handle the sterilization process with care, using your knowledge of disinfectants, sterilizers, and safety protocols to maintain the highest standard of cleanliness in healthcare.
  • Stay organized and proactive, prioritizing high-need items and maintaining an orderly workspace that sets the team up for success.
  • Identify and resolve potential safety hazards, contributing to a safe and secure environment for all.
  • Work side-by-side with the surgical team to ensure that equipment is ready when they need it, playing a critical role in positive patient outcomes.

What You’ll Love About This Role:

  • Benefits:
  • ImpactEvery tool you sterilize, every instrument you prep has a direct impact on patient care and safety. You’ll be making a difference every day.
  • Team EnvironmentJoin a close-knit team that values hard work, reliability and a commitment to excellence. We celebrate milestones and support each other.
  • Growth OpportunitiesWith our expanding Sterile Processing Department, there’s never been a more exciting time to join Salem Health. As we grow both as a unit and an organization, we’re committed to supporting your professional development through hands-on training and opportunities to take on new challenges, making this role a steppingstone to a rewarding career in healthcare.

What You’ll Need to Qualify:

  • Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) certification.
  • HSD/GED
  • Prior sterile processing experience is a plus

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re looking for a role where your dedication and skill can truly make a positive impact, we’d love to have you on our team. Apply today to join a workplace where every day brings new challenges and rewards, and where your work is appreciated and respected.

Why Choose Salem Health?

At Salem Health, we take pride in our status as an award-winning, independent health care institution providing the region with its only Level II trauma center and 644 acute care beds. With multiple primary care clinics throughout the community and West Valley Hospital, a 25-bed community hospital in Dallas, OR, we ensure comprehensive and accessible care for all. Our independence empowers us to make decisions with the health and wellness of the Salem community in mind without external constraints. This creates an environment where everyone can shape and elevate the quality of care we provide to our patients. Recognized as a top workplace in Oregon and honored multiple times by the community, Salem Health fosters a supportive and rewarding work environment.

Welcome to Oregon’s Willamette Valley

Offering a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural richness, Salem is a wonderful area to call home. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, enjoy the breathtaking scenery of lush vineyards and picturesque landscapes, creating an ideal environment for all outdoor enthusiasts. Our vibrant community fosters a welcoming atmosphere, with diverse cultural events, local festivals and a thriving arts scene, ensuring there's always something exciting to explore. Additionally, Salem's strategic location provides easy access to the culture of Portland, the stunning Oregon coast and the majestic Cascade Mountains, offering a myriad of recreational opportunities year-round.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org



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