Sterile Processing Technician - Traveler

• Department: Associate Travel Program - Sterile Processing/Surgical Instruments
• Schedule: Multiple shifts available, 40 hours per week
• Hospital: Multiple Ascension acute care hospitals
• Location: Requires travel to various locations more than 50 miles away from primary residence

This position is a permanent, full time position made up of travel assignments - not a short term option or temporary contract.

Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community

*Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Connect with your Talent Advisor today for additional specifics.

Inspect, assemble and evaluate all surgical instruments and instrument sets to ensure quality, determine need for repair/replacement, validate completeness of sets, and facilitate effective sterilization.

• Operate sterilization equipment and inspect instruments, equipment, and containers to ensure cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Perform decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers and equipment according to instructions for use (IFUs) and established protocols.
• Correct instrument sets according to current standards, established count sheets and/or instrument tracking systems.
• Maintain proper levels of inventory to ensure availability for case carts.
• Perform regular quality assurance program audits of peers.

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Preferred Credential(s):
  • Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM).
  • Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD).

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
  
  • Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Additional Preferences:

• One year of recent experience in Sterile Processing strongly preferred.
• Travelers must be willing to travel 50 miles from permanent residence.

• Travel positions require travel to multiple locations and could include assignment selections in: Alabama, Illinois, Florida, Indiana, Kansas, Maryland, Michigan, New York, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas and Wisconsin

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