Sterile Processing Instrument Technician, Full-Time/ Evenings
Mercy · Mercy Hospital St Louis
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- Full time
- Work arrangementStated
- On-site
- ShiftStated
- evening
Sterile Processing Instrument Technician, Full-Time/ Evenings
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- ['high school', 'professional certificate']
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- High school diploma or equivalentrequired
High school graduate or equivalent
from the posting - Sterile processing experiencerequired
Minimum 12 months experience in Sterile Processing or 800 hours of hands on experience in Sterile Processing.
from the posting - CRCST or CSPDT certificationrequired
Maintain CRCST or CSPDT Certification through HSPA or CBSPD by completing the annual required CEUs.
from the posting - Basic computer skillsrequired
Basic computer skills
from the posting - Personal protective equipment usagerequired
Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
from the posting - CIS, CER, or CHL certificationpreferred
Recommend obtaining additional Sterile Processing Certifications of CIS, CER &/or CHL.
from the posting - Instrument sterilizationimplied
cleaning instruments and equipment ensuring that all items are free of any bioburden
from the posting - High-level disinfectionimplied
inspecting, function testing and assembling instruments and equipment for High Level Disinfection or Sterilization
from the posting - Equipment operationimplied
Must be able to operate equipment.
from the posting - Documentation and record-keepingimplied
accurately maintain the required documentation on written logs and/or computer systems
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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 Manufacturer's 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:
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, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.
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