Sterile Processing Tech I

Find your purpose working as a Tech in the St. Cloud Hospital Sterile Processing Department You will spend your shifts amongst a passionate team, while enjoying incredible views of the Mississippi River while you work

What is a Sterile Processing Technician?

Sterile Processing Techs are responsible for ensuring all surgical supplies, equipment, and instruments are properly decontaminated, disinfected, inspected, sterilized, inventoried and distributed in a quality and timely manner throughout the health system. We are responsible for use of technologies such as copier/scanner, internet, handheld devices, electronic medical records, instrument tracking systems, inventory management systems, email and Microsoft office. Our Techs enjoy working under close supervision with little autonomy.

"We work in an area that is never seen by our patients. However, the impact we have in our patient care is immeasurable. Without clean and sterilized surgical tools, the surgeons would not be able to save our patient's lives. I enjoy the great diversity of our team and being a part of the growth and development of each staff member. It is rewarding to see new staff, with no prior experience or knowledge of the department, join us and grow into an experienced and knowledgeable employee or a leader within the unit." Vanessa – SPD Manager

Schedule:

• Day Shifts | 8-hour shifts | Rotating 8a-4:30p and 9a-5:30p
• Part-time | 32-48 Hours every two weeks (more hours during initial training)
• Occasional weekends, and holidays rotate as needed.

Pay and Benefits (Total Rewards)

• Wage rates start at $17.49 per hour offering more with experience.

• Full pay range for this position is $15.12 to $22.68 hourly

• Weekend shift differential is + $1.05 per hour when occurring.
• Part Time comprehensive medical/dental benefits, PTO, life insurance, disability, Retirement and more

Duties:

• Performs decontamination, instrument assembly, inspection, disinfection, case cart management, and sterilization of medical devices and equipment.
• Handles sterile items in a manner which will not compromise their integrity.
• Good communication to effectively work with team members and customers.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Expect 8-hour shifts of standing/walking.
• Be able to push/pull up to 75lbs, lift up to 25lbs routinely.
• Frequent needs for reaching, bending, squatting, crouching.
• Able to tolerate heat while wearing personal protective equipment.
• Is able to work in an environment with frequent noises, alerts, and disruptions.

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED graduate or equivalent required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in healthcare preferred.
• Requires little or no prior relevant training or work experience.
• The ability to understand detailed technical instruction for surgical instrumentation and equipment.

Our roots go back to 1886 when St. Cloud Hospital was built to serve the health care needs of people living in Central Minnesota. In 1995, CentraCare was formed, which today includes eight hospitals in St. Cloud, Long Prairie, Melrose, Monticello, Paynesville, Redwood Falls, Sauk Centre and Willmar. We also have more than 30 clinics and facilities throughout the area.

CentraCare has grown to meet the needs of the communities and is now one of the largest health systems in Minnesota. This means we are able to offer the latest advancements in care, technology and treatments close to home. But what makes CentraCare special is not our facilities or technology. It is our people. We live in the communities we serve. We are neighbors, friends and family. And when you need us, we are here for you.

CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.