Sterile Processing Technician - Central Services - St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital

Sterile Processing Technician

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

The mission of Mercy Health is to extend the healing ministry of Jesus by improving the health of our communities with emphasis on people who are poor and under-served.

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the reprocessing of reusable instruments and equipment in the Sterile Processing department of St. Elizabeth Boardman Health Center. Responsibilities include the cleaning, packaging, sterilization, and distribution of reusables. Completes the OR case carts. Maintains appropriate Infection Control and JCAHO standards in work area. Works under the direction of the Lead Surgical Tech, Surgery Coordinator and Perioperative Nurse Manager.

Qualifications:

• Must possess CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) certificate or obtain within one year of hire.

Education:

• High School Diploma required.

Experience:

• Prior Central Service or Surgery experience preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Follows detailed written and oral instructions.
• Completes specific, routine tasks.
• Requires reading, writing, and arithmetic skills
• Must possess basic computer skills
• Operate equipment/machinery.

Principal Job Accountabilities:

1. Assures the maintenance of adequate stock on hand.
2. Completes the sterile reprocessing of surgical instrumentation and linen packs.
3. Interpersonal Relations:
4. Must adhere to the hospital policy for maintaining confidentiality.
5. Job Accountabilities – other:

Shift/Schedule:

Full Time - Scheduled for 32 Weekly Hours.

Shift Time - This position works All shifts.

This position will have scheduled shifts every other weekend.

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.