Certified Sterile Processing Tech PRN

$48,402 - $67,766/Yr

North Springs Surgery Center - Colorado Springs, CO

Full-time - Entry Level

Colorado Springs, CO

About the position

The Certified Sterile Processing Tech PRN at North Springs Surgery Center plays a crucial role in ensuring the cleanliness and sterilization of surgical instruments and supplies. This position is vital for maintaining a sanitary environment for patient care and involves working under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The role requires knowledge of sterilization methods and adherence to safety standards, contributing to the overall mission of providing high-quality healthcare services.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge related to maintenance, cleanliness, and sterilization of instruments and equipment.
• Maintain a sanitary environment for the provision of patient care.
• Demonstrate awareness of appropriate sterilization methods needed for different instruments in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
• Demonstrate knowledge of high-level disinfection and sterilization of endoscopy equipment.
• Maintain a daily log, testing for efficacy of disinfecting solution with each cycle and perform biological testing.
• Monitor and record all test loads and sterilization cycles while documenting any deviation from normal functioning to OR Coordinator and/or Nurse Manager.
• Maintain an accurate log for equipment out for repair.

Requirements

• One year experience in surgical instrument sterilization processing, preferably in an acute care or ambulatory surgery center environment.
• Valid BCLS Certification upon employment (online certification not acceptable).
• Certification and knowledge of standards and recommended guidelines of Association of Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) and American Society of Healthcare Central Service Professionals (ASHCSP).

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Adoption assistance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Family leave
• Flexible spending account
• Comprehensive medical coverage
• Prescription drug and behavioral health coverage
• Telemedicine services
• Free AirMed medical transportation
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits
• Life and disability coverage
• Supplemental health protection plans
• Auto and home insurance
• Identity theft protection
• Legal counseling
• Long-term care coverage
• Moving assistance
• Pet insurance
• Fertility and family building benefits
• Free counseling services
• Family support resources
• Education assistance
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)