Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy.
These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.
Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital in Rhinelander, WI is seeking a
STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN to join our
CENTRAL STERILIZATION team!
The Sterile Processing Technician decontaminates, cleans, assembles, wraps, and sterilizes equipment, supplies and instruments to be used hospital-wide including multiple specialty clinics throughout the Aspirus network. He/she assures the availability of supplies for surgery through procedural case cart preparation. These services are provided to multiple customers including outside sales representatives with individualized needs covering multiple procedural specialties. Precision and accuracy in the cleaning and assembling of complex and fragile instruments and accurate selection of products are key to successful, timely, infection free and user satisfied surgical intervention. Practice professional and courteous social skills in his/her interactions with surgical personnel during and after intense situations. Is responsible for monitoring and documenting processing activities.
HOURS: Full Time; 0.9 FTE or 72 hours per pay period. Day Shift. Weekends as needed.
Experience/Qualifications
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Demonstrated ability to read, write and do basic mathematicsnormally acquired through completion of a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Coursework in instrument processing/sterilization desired.
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Knowledge of surgical standards and practices normally acquired through previous experience in a health-related field with emphasis on supply, processing, decontamination, and sterilization desired.
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Knowledge of standards for care, handling, and high-level disinfection of endoscopes desired.
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Certification as a Central Services Technician desired.
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Possesses knowledge regarding handling and care of instruments, tray preparation and special procedure items. Additional training for cleaning and disinfecting ERCP scopes with biannual competency.
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Possesses above average recordkeeping skills and the ability to follow directions with special attention to details.
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Possesses ability to work closely with others in a team environment.
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Possesses ability to work in a fast-paced environment and is flexible to change.
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Covers on-call plus additional on-call for endoscopy.
Employee Benefits
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Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
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PTO accrual from day one!
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Generous retirement plan with match available.
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Wellness program for employees and their families.
Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital campus offers the best in health care services, including advanced medical imaging, high-tech surgical services a state-of-the-art birthing center, comprehensive women's health services and 13,000 square-foot cancer center equipped with the latest technology, rivaling those of hospitals located in major cities. We provide direct access to primary and specialty care, meaning patients in Wisconsin's Northwoods don't have to travel to receive world-class care. To learn more about Rhinelander click the following link: Rhinelander, Wisconsin.
Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.
Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.
As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.
Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 18 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit aspirus.org.
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