Noncertified Sterile Supply Technician

TriHealth

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Cincinnati, Ohio

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

This role is responsible for the decontamination, cleaning, and sterilization of surgical instruments and medical equipment. It also involves assembling instrument trays and distributing sterile supplies to operating rooms according to safety protocols.

Qualifications

You have a High School Degree or GED and up to one year of experience. You are able to read, write, speak English, perform simple math operations, and operate hazardous equipment. You also possess knowledge of microbiology, infection control, and computerized record keeping.

Must Have Skills for ATS

microbiology

infection control

Computerized record keeping

sonic cleaners

washer sterilizers

steam sterilizers

EtO sterilizers

Sterrad

Steris

Job Description

At TriHealth, Sterile Processing Technicians are the foundation of safe, highquality patient care.

Your work ensures every instrument, tray, and piece of equipment used in our operating rooms and clinical environments meets the highest standards of safety, precision, and readiness. You are a critical partner to our surgical teams and a trusted guardian of patient wellbeing.


Location: Bethesda North Hospital, 10500 Montgomery Rd, Montgomery, OH 45242

Schedule: Full time third shift 

Incentives & Benefits: 

We offer competitive shift differentials, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings plans, and tuition reimbursement.


Minimum Job Requirements:

  • High School Degree or GED
  • Able to read, write, speak English and perform simple math operations.
  • Ability to provide leadership and to oversee the work of technicians
  • Operate hazardous equipment
  • Knowledge of microbiology, infection control, Computerized record keeping
  • Up to 1 year experience



Job Overview:

Under general supervision, this position decontaminates, cleans, prepares, retrieves, and assists with sterilization of surgical items and equipment. As well as stores, issues, and distributes medical/surgical supplies in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Must have the knowledge and ability to use specific mechanical equipment, such as, sonic cleaners washer sterilizers, steam sterilizers, EtO sterilizers, Sterrad, and Steris and other specialized equipment. Must have basic knowledge of regulatory agency requirements and adhere to guidelines

Job Responsibilities:

  • Use proper sterilization methods for items being processed and complete sterilization records according to policy, including processing proper biologicals.
  • Support and follow the required sterilization methods in alignment with established policies.
  • Store supplies properly, check items for outdates, and ensure correct stock rotation.
  • Place instrument trays, sets, and peel packs in their designated locations while maintaining proper storage standards.
  • Inspect, assemble, wrap, and label instrument sets, trays, and items for processing according to policy and provided guidelines.
  • Assemble trays accurately using the information provided for each set.
  • Fill case carts accurately according to standards and complete STAT case carts within 15 minutes of request.
  • Conduct decontamination and breakdown of patient equipment, instrument sets, and case carts according to established procedures and provided instructions.

Working Conditions:

Climbing - Rarely

Concentrating - Frequently

Continuous Learning - Consistently

Hearing: Conversation - Consistently

Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently

Interpersonal Communication - Consistently

Kneeling - Occasionally

Lifting <10 Lbs - Consistently

Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Rarely

Lifting <50 Lbs. - Frequently

Pulling - Frequently

Pushing - Frequently

Reaching - Frequently

Reading - Frequently

Sitting - Occasionally

Standing - Consistently

Stooping - Frequently

Talking - Consistently

Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently

Use of Hands - Consistently

Color Vision - Consistently

Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently

Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently

Walking - Frequently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:

Serve: ALWAYS…

• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"

• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist

• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas

Excel: ALWAYS…

• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met

• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)

• Work on improving quality, safety, and service

Respect: ALWAYS…

• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.

• Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.

• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.

Value: ALWAYS…

• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.

• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.

• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.

Engage: ALWAYS…

• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.

• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community

TriHealth

The mission of TriHealth is to improve the health status of the people we serve. We pursue our mission by providing a full range of health-related services, including prevention, wellness, education and social programs. Through our acute care hospitals, Good Samaritan Hospital, Bethesda North Hospital, Bethesda Butler Hospital, McCullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital at Evendale and Clinton Regional Hospital in Wilmington, as well as over 140 other TriHealth locations, we are accessible for all in our Cincinnati community. TriHealth is here for you in all phases of your healthcare journey. Our approximately 12,000 team members, 2,000 physicians and 1,600 volunteers are dedicated to delivering personalized, compassionate care to you and your family.
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