Sterile Processing Tech - Ambulatory Surgery Center PRN/On-Call

Part time

Day Shift

At Saint Alphonsus Health System, we are looking for people who are living out their calling. We want you to be passionate about coming to work, and challenged to achieve your potential. Living by these virtues, we pride ourselves on exceptional service and the highest quality of care.

The Ten Mile Ambulatory Surgery Center is now hiring for two PRN/On-Call Sterile Processing Technicians!

Position Summary & Highlights:* The Sterile Processing (SP) Technician performs decontamination, cleaning, inspection, assembly, sterilization and storage of re-usable surgical instrumentation.

• The Ten Mile Surgery Center is a multi-specialty center supporting General Surgery, Orthopedics, ENT, Gynecology, and more serving a variety of patients from pediatrics to geriatrics.
  
• The culture at the Surgery Center is a close knit family dynamic and strong team atmosphere with leadership encouraging work/life balance.
  
• Saint Alphonsus Health System offers a full range of surgical services, including both inpatient and outpatient surgery serving in communities from Southwest Idaho to Southeast Oregon.
  

What You Will Do:* Clean, inspect, and package surgical instruments, specialty sets and other re-usable instruments following all surgical procedures following regulations established by OSHA, The Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Healthcare, and Saint Alphonsus.

• Operate sterilization equipment including washer disinfectors, steam sterilizers, other sterilizers, heat sealers, and Sterris machines.
  
• Order and restock the surgery department with supplies and instruments.
  
• On occasion prepare surgical case carts and respond to requests for instrumentation and /or supplies for surgical procedures.
  
• An ideal candidate will have healthcare/medical experience, knowledge of sterilization and/or surgical instruments, and have worked in a fast-paced environment.
  
• You will also be a team player, flexible and are able to work independently, but confident in asking questions.
  
• You will also have an opportunity to work on your CRCST or CSPDT national certification.
  

Work Schedule:* This is a PRN position and works as needed, but a minimum of a few shifts a month (could be just a few hours at a time).

• Currently the Ambulatory Surgery Center is open Tuesdays - Fridays, but starting on October 7th, the facility will be open Mondays - Thursdays
  
• This position will not work weekends.
  

Certified Tech Minimum Qualifications:* High School Diploma or equivalent required.

• Maintains CRCST or CSPDT certification.
  
• 1 year experience as a Sterile Processing Tech
  
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hire.
  
• Prior experience in a hospital setting preferred.
  

Non-Certified Tech Minimum Qualifications:* High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.

• Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hire.
  
• CRCST or CSPDT certification preferred.
  
• Prior experience in a hospital setting preferred.
  

Orientation and Training:* General Orientation is virtual and in-person your first week.

• You will train on the job in the different areas of Sterile Processing (decontamination, cleaning, instrument reassembly, and sterilization).
  

Highlights and Benefits

When Saint Alphonsus takes care of you, you can take better care of our patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers. Our belief in work-life balance compliments the natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique to Idaho and Oregon.

• We offer market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.
  
• Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.
  
• We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow.
  

Visit www.saintalphonsus.org/careers to learn more!

Saint Alphonsus Facility Information:

Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, Saint Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based.

• Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health;
  
• The region�s most advanced Trauma Center (Level II);
  
• Commission on Cancer Accredited Program through demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life.
  

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.