Sterile Processing Tech

Overview:

Join our team as an eveining shift, PRN, Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) in Topeka, KS.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for decontamination, correct assembly and sterile processing of all instruments used in the operating room and ambulatory/specialty clinics.
• Demonstrates an understanding of procedures required for decontamination and terminal sterilization of instrumentation while instituting protective measures.
• Practices all infection control standards regarding proper cleaning and sterilization of all instrumentation.
• Understands and follows defined sterilization practices for all instrumentation to assure proper and approved sterilization.
• Assists in the facilitation of the OR schedule by proper prioritizing of instrument set needs, including ancillary departments.
• Track instrument sets and pouches on the proper sterilization record.

Qualifications:

Job Requirements:

• High school or equivalent education.

Preferred Job Requirements

• Completion of a Sterile Processing training program
• Certified Sterile Processing Tech
• Knowledge of instrumentation, sterilization methods, and infection control practices.