Sterile Processing Instrument Specialist (FULL TIME)
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Job Summary
Find your calling at Mercy!
The Sterile Processing Instrument Specialist under general supervision follows robust processes in Decontamination Processing and Sterilization by cleaning instruments and equipment ensuring that all items are free of any bioburden inspecting function testing and assembling instruments and equipment for High Level Disinfection or Sterilization. The Sterile Processing Technician always follows the Manufacturers Instructions for Use in Decontamination Processing High Level Disinfection & Sterilization as well as Department and Hospital Processes and Policies. The Sterile Processing Instrument Technician must be able accurately maintain the required documentation on written logs and/or computer systems. Documentation includes processes in Decontamination Processing High Level Disinfection or Sterilization as well as Sterile Processing Department Equipment. The Sterile Processing Instrument Technician must be able to prioritize instrumentation for processing answer telephones and dispatch instrumentation equipment and supplies. The Sterile Processing Instrument Technician performs their duties in a manner consistent with our Mission Values and Mercy Service Standards. Performs other duties as assigned.Position Details:
Located at MERCY ORTHOPEDIC HOSPITAL
Ozark Missouri
FULL TIME
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: High school graduate or equivalent
Experience: Minimum 12 months experience in Sterile Processing or 800 hours of hands-on experience in Sterile Processing.
Certifications:
- Maintain CRCST or CSPDT Certification through HSPA or CBSPD by completing the annual required CEUs.
- Recommend obtaining additional Sterile Processing Certifications of CIS CER &/or CHL.
Other:
- PROF062- Preceptor Workshop Pre-course Curriculum (External New Hires- completion within 6 months of hire.)
- 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.
The physical demands described here are the representative of the minimums that must be met by an employee to perform all essential functions of the job. Most physical demands are below:
- Frequent: high/mid/low level lift of items weighing around 25 pounds
- Frequent: hand coordination
This position may be required to complete orthopedic tech duties which includes but is not limited to placing patients in traction; ordering and charging bariatric supplies and rental beds; and issuing wound vacs.
Why Mercy
From day one Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical dental and vision coverage paid time off tuition support and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period.
Join a caring collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy youll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation technology and compassion. As we grow youll grow with us.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Mercy is one of the largest U.S. health systems with 44 acute care & specialty hospitals, over 700 physician & outpatient clinics in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri & Oklahoma.
