Central Sterile Technician

Your experience matters

Ottumwa Regional Health Center is part ofLifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Central Sterile Technicianjoining our team youre embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Why join us

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our addition to your base compensation this position also offers:

• Health (Medical Dental Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program mental physical and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• And much more...

What were looking for

Central Sterile Supply Tech Collects decontaminates stores and distributes all reusable supplies and patient care equipment in the hospital.

How youll contribute

ACentral Sterile Supply Techwho excels in this role:

• Provide inspection decontamination assembly and sterilization of instruments and other patient care equipment in accordance with processing guidelines AAMI AORN TJC and OSHA requirements.
• Operate departmental equipment daily according to manufacturer instructions with emphasis on safety.
• Provide customer service to all departments with a focus on patient needs.
• Process and document all sterile supplies and equipment daily using chemical biological and mechanical indicators to verify sterility in accordance with manufacturer instructions and hospital policy.
• Monitor and perform antimicrobial and disinfection solutions testing according to manufacturer instructions and documentation daily.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Education:High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.

• Requires critical thinking skills decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Schedule: Full Time: Monday - Thursday 7:30 AM -6:00 PM and on call Friday - Sunday 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

EEOC Statement

Ottumwa Regional Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Ottumwa Regional Health Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.