Sterile Processing Instrument Technician, PRN - Evenings

Sterile Processing Instrument Technician

Location: Mercy Hospital South

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Schedule:
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Why Join Mercy?

• Exceptional Benefits Starting Day One!
• Comprehensive Health Coverage- Medical, dental, and vision through United Healthcare
• Generous PTO/ Vacation Time
• Paid Parental Leave- Supporting you and your growing family
• 401(k) with Employer Match- Invest in your future with confidence
• Tuition Reimbursement- Up to$2,000/yearfor continuing education
• Paid Volunteer Time- Give back to your community while on the clock
• Career Growth Opportunities - Advance your skills and grow within Mercy

Overview:

The Sterile Process Technician follows a robust series of processes in instrument decontamination, sanitization and sterilization under general supervision ensuring all equipment is free of bioburden. Maintaining a high set of standards and procedures the instrument technician maintains, tests and assembles equipment in support of the central sterile processing to support all areas of the hospital.

The Sterile Processing career ladder allows those to enter this field and receive on the job training to prepare to move up levels to achieve national certification and grow into a trainer and leader in the department and field giving stability and security for a long-term career with Mercy. Completion of career ladder competencies are at the discretion of the Sterile Processing Supervisor/manager based on internal operations and the below requirements are for hiring purposes only.

Qualifications:

Instrument Technician:

Required Education: High School degree or GED equivalent

Preferred Experience: Prior healthcare related experience, basic knowledge of sterilization processes in a clinical setting.

Other: Basic computer skills

Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
Must interact with staff and co-workers across a diverse range of disciplines.
Must be able to follow directions.
Must be able to operate equipment.

Instrument Technician II:

Meets all requirements of both the Instrument Technician, and Instrument Technician I as well as the following requirements:

Required Experience: Minimum 6 months experience in Sterile Processing or 400 hours of hands on experience in Sterile Processing

Required Certification: CRCST or CSPDT certification through IAHCSMM or CBSPD

We're bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.

At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We're expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.

What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?

Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We're also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care - that's just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

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