Sterile Processing Tech II

About the job

Kootenai Health is hiring an experienced per diem Sterile Processing Tech II for Perioperative Services - Sterile Processing in Coeur d'Alene. The technician disinfects, sterilizes and prepares surgical instruments and medical equipment so they are safe to use, applying expertise with specialized tools and advanced sterilization techniques to keep procedures running smoothly.

Kootenai Health serves patients across northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest.

What you'll do

• Disinfect, sterilize and prepare surgical instruments and medical equipment so they are safe to use
• Use specialized tools and advanced sterilization techniques to keep procedures running smoothly

What you need

• High school diploma or equivalent
• A CRCST (Central Service Certification) from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA), or an equivalent certification
• 1 year of sterile processing experience in an acute or ambulatory setting
• Completion of preceptor training within 6 months, and staying current on annual preceptor modules
• Familiarity with the practices and standards AAMI and AORN recommend, along with other industry standards and best practices
• Knowledge of the current instrument tracking system and how to use it to upload pictures, update set lists, and create or add new sets as needed
• Working knowledge of department standards and processes, including the standards and best practices of AAMI/ANSI, AORN and HSPA
• Ability to decipher and understand medical terms used in sterile processing
• Understanding of how infectious diseases are caused and spread, as it applies to sterile processing work

Schedule

• Per diem
• Shifts vary

Benefits

• A relocation bonus for candidates with specific experience
• Dental, vision, life and pet insurance, plus telemedicine and wellbeing resources open to all employees
• Tuition assistance after 90 days
• Pre-tax and Roth retirement plan options with an employer match of 3% to 6%
• Night, weekend and PRN shift differentials
• A wellness program offering coaching and financial wellness resources, plus free or discounted fitness center access and premium wellbeing apps
• Employee discounts and an employee referral bonus program