Sterile Processing Technician - Full-Time - Days - Overlook Medical Center

Atlantic Health System•Summit, NJ

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the sterilization and cleaning of medical equipment, instruments, and supplies. Responsible for cleaning/disinfecting contaminated supplies, delivering sterile supplies, maintaining inventory, and the processing of reusable medical devices for surgeries, examinations, and procedures. Tests and reports any issues or problems with the sterilization equipment. Principal Accountabilities: The successful candidate is responsible for: the cleaning, disinfection, decontamination, inspection, assembly, and sterilization of medical and surgical instruments, case cart assembly and distribution, the care and distribution of patient care equipment, and maintaining the sterile processing areas. Must demonstrate proficiency and teamwork in all areas of the Sterile Processing Department. Follow instructions to ensure quality metrics and standards are met. Able to sit, stand, and walk for prolonged periods of time, as well as push, pull and lift heavy items. Computer literate. Support the mission, vision, and values of the organization. Adheres to Standard Precautions as appropriate, which may include: the use of protective barriers, as appropriate (e.g., gloves, masks, gowns, pocket masks, and/or safety glasses). Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Must demonstrate proficiency and teamwork in all areas of the Sterile Processing Department
Able to sit, stand, and walk for prolonged periods of time, as well as push, pull and lift heavy items
Computer literate
Support the mission, vision, and values of the organization
Adheres to Standard Precautions as appropriate, which may include: the use of protective barriers, as appropriate (e.g., gloves, masks, gowns, pocket masks, and/or safety glasses)

Responsibilities

Cleaning, disinfection, decontamination, inspection, assembly, and sterilization of medical and surgical instruments
Case cart assembly and distribution
Care and distribution of patient care equipment
Maintaining the sterile processing areas
Testing and reporting any issues or problems with the sterilization equipment
Follow instructions to ensure quality metrics and standards are met
Adhering to Standard Precautions

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
Life & AD&D Insurance.
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
PTO & Paid Sick Leave
Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
Backup and On-Site Childcare
Well-Being Rewards
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance