Allina Health
Sterile Processing Technician
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Allina Health
Job Overview Be the first line of defense in patient safety. At Allina Health, Sterile Processing Technicians ensure every instrument is ready, every time. This role involves decontamination, cleaning, sterilization and processing supplies and equipment for surgery and other departments, following federal, state, manufacturer and hospital infection control guidelines.
Responsibilities
Demonstrates skill in preparation of surgical instruments:
Performs decontamination, assembly and sterilization of surgical instrumentation per department policy and procedures.
Assures instruments are clean and free of foreign matter in preparation for sterilization.
Assembles instrument sets and trays accurately.
Packages and labels items for correct sterilization method.
Performs work following safety standards and protocols:
Follows infection control guidelines when working in decontamination.
Demonstrates appropriate use of washers/disinfectors, ultrasonic machine, high level disinfection and other department equipment.
Operates sterilizers safely, documenting loads according to standards.
Processes and interprets biological controls and tests per guidelines, documenting for each procedure.
Reports potentially unsafe situations and malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or Lead.
Conducts quality assurance checks on all required equipment per department guidelines.
Provides support for Case Carts, Sterile Core and other areas as assigned:
Pulls cases for next day, add‑on and emergency procedures accurately.
Completes the appropriate paperwork for compliant charging and billing of case.
Follows tasks assignment list when working in the sterile core.
Responds to urgent requests with accuracy and efficiency.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required main competencies as listed on the job description.
Preferred Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
Experience in Sterile Processing or Vocational/Technical training/education in Instrument Specialist, Central Supply, or Surgical Technology.
Licenses/Certifications
Must meet at least one of the following requirements:
Certification from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) within 18 months of hire.
Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST) Certification within 18 months of hire.
Physical Demands
Medium Work: Lifting weight up to 50 lbs occasionally, up to 25 lbs frequently.
1.0 FTE (80 hours per two‑week pay period).
8‑hour day/evening shifts.
Occasional weekends.
Pay Range $22.45 to $29.44 per hour. The pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.
Benefits
Medical/Dental.
PTO/Time Away.
Retirement Savings Plans.
Life Insurance.
Short‑term/Long‑term Disability.
Paid Caregiver Leave.
Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness).
Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable.
Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer.
Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and whether you are represented by a union.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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Allina Health
Job Overview Be the first line of defense in patient safety. At Allina Health, Sterile Processing Technicians ensure every instrument is ready, every time. This role involves decontamination, cleaning, sterilization and processing supplies and equipment for surgery and other departments, following federal, state, manufacturer and hospital infection control guidelines.
Responsibilities
Demonstrates skill in preparation of surgical instruments:
Performs decontamination, assembly and sterilization of surgical instrumentation per department policy and procedures.
Assures instruments are clean and free of foreign matter in preparation for sterilization.
Assembles instrument sets and trays accurately.
Packages and labels items for correct sterilization method.
Performs work following safety standards and protocols:
Follows infection control guidelines when working in decontamination.
Demonstrates appropriate use of washers/disinfectors, ultrasonic machine, high level disinfection and other department equipment.
Operates sterilizers safely, documenting loads according to standards.
Processes and interprets biological controls and tests per guidelines, documenting for each procedure.
Reports potentially unsafe situations and malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or Lead.
Conducts quality assurance checks on all required equipment per department guidelines.
Provides support for Case Carts, Sterile Core and other areas as assigned:
Pulls cases for next day, add‑on and emergency procedures accurately.
Completes the appropriate paperwork for compliant charging and billing of case.
Follows tasks assignment list when working in the sterile core.
Responds to urgent requests with accuracy and efficiency.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required main competencies as listed on the job description.
Preferred Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
Experience in Sterile Processing or Vocational/Technical training/education in Instrument Specialist, Central Supply, or Surgical Technology.
Licenses/Certifications
Must meet at least one of the following requirements:
Certification from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) within 18 months of hire.
Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST) Certification within 18 months of hire.
Physical Demands
Medium Work: Lifting weight up to 50 lbs occasionally, up to 25 lbs frequently.
1.0 FTE (80 hours per two‑week pay period).
8‑hour day/evening shifts.
Occasional weekends.
Pay Range $22.45 to $29.44 per hour. The pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.
Benefits
Medical/Dental.
PTO/Time Away.
Retirement Savings Plans.
Life Insurance.
Short‑term/Long‑term Disability.
Paid Caregiver Leave.
Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness).
Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable.
Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer.
Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and whether you are represented by a union.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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