Orthopedic Associates Surgery Center
Sterile Processing Tech Second Shift
Orthopedic Associates Surgery Center, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, us, 06067
Director of Sterile Processing (Full‑Time)
Orthopedic Associates Surgery Center (OASC) is a busy outpatient surgery center seeking a professional and energetic Sterile Processing Technician to work 8‑hour shifts 2:30 pm‑11 pm.
About Us Our outpatient orthopedic ambulatory surgery center provides procedures to Rocky Hill, CT and surrounding communities. We partner with top‑tier physicians and staff dedicated to patient needs and treatment outcomes.
Same‑day total joint replacements, interventional procedures, and full range of orthopedic surgeries.
7 extra‑large operating rooms and a procedure room with advanced surgical camera systems, video streaming, robotic technology, and wireless connectivity.
Patient satisfaction ratings over 95 %.
Advanced sterilization equipment keeps infection rates near zero.
Benefits
Competitive Salary
Generous PTO
401(k) and matching
Profit Sharing
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Free parking
Employer‑Sponsored Life Insurance
Employer‑Sponsored Short‑Term Disability
Summary
Decontaminates and sterilizes instruments, medical supplies and equipment, assembles, wraps, and sterilizes trays.
Follows proper Standard Precautions in decontamination and sterilization areas.
Monitors biological and chemical wash solutions to ensure quality and consistency.
Sorts instrument sets, trays, and medical equipment and makes them available to sterile processing customers in a timely manner.
Performs environmental maintenance duties and assists in maintaining inventory levels in sterile processing, the operating room, and equipment storage areas.
Verifies that equipment functions properly, requisitions maintenance, repairs, replacements, and removes defective equipment.
Maintains a clean work area.
Assists with maintaining departmental policies, procedures, objectives, and quality improvement, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
Communicates appropriately using good interpersonal skills.
Orthopedic experience preferred.
Educational Requirements
High‑school graduate or equivalent.
Proficiency and understanding of medical terminology in the SPD department.
Must have SPD certification.
Experience
Orthopedic experience preferred.
Total joint experience preferred.
Licensure/Certification
Sterile Processing & Distribution Certification.
Special Working Conditions and Physical Demand
Standing or walking most of the day; sufficient mobility and strength to move throughout department and lift heavy items up to 50 lbs.
Pushing and pulling sterilizer carriages, case carts, and wire supply carts; heavy lifting or bending associated with decontaminating soiled instruments, laundry placement, and garbage from the operating room.
May be exposed to blood, sharp objects, and infectious diseases.
May be required to wear personal protective equipment for lengthy periods of time.
This job posting is not meant to be all inclusive but to provide an overview of job responsibilities.
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good‑faith estimate at the time of posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market/business considerations, and geographic location.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.
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About Us Our outpatient orthopedic ambulatory surgery center provides procedures to Rocky Hill, CT and surrounding communities. We partner with top‑tier physicians and staff dedicated to patient needs and treatment outcomes.
Same‑day total joint replacements, interventional procedures, and full range of orthopedic surgeries.
7 extra‑large operating rooms and a procedure room with advanced surgical camera systems, video streaming, robotic technology, and wireless connectivity.
Patient satisfaction ratings over 95 %.
Advanced sterilization equipment keeps infection rates near zero.
Benefits
Competitive Salary
Generous PTO
401(k) and matching
Profit Sharing
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Free parking
Employer‑Sponsored Life Insurance
Employer‑Sponsored Short‑Term Disability
Summary
Decontaminates and sterilizes instruments, medical supplies and equipment, assembles, wraps, and sterilizes trays.
Follows proper Standard Precautions in decontamination and sterilization areas.
Monitors biological and chemical wash solutions to ensure quality and consistency.
Sorts instrument sets, trays, and medical equipment and makes them available to sterile processing customers in a timely manner.
Performs environmental maintenance duties and assists in maintaining inventory levels in sterile processing, the operating room, and equipment storage areas.
Verifies that equipment functions properly, requisitions maintenance, repairs, replacements, and removes defective equipment.
Maintains a clean work area.
Assists with maintaining departmental policies, procedures, objectives, and quality improvement, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
Communicates appropriately using good interpersonal skills.
Orthopedic experience preferred.
Educational Requirements
High‑school graduate or equivalent.
Proficiency and understanding of medical terminology in the SPD department.
Must have SPD certification.
Experience
Orthopedic experience preferred.
Total joint experience preferred.
Licensure/Certification
Sterile Processing & Distribution Certification.
Special Working Conditions and Physical Demand
Standing or walking most of the day; sufficient mobility and strength to move throughout department and lift heavy items up to 50 lbs.
Pushing and pulling sterilizer carriages, case carts, and wire supply carts; heavy lifting or bending associated with decontaminating soiled instruments, laundry placement, and garbage from the operating room.
May be exposed to blood, sharp objects, and infectious diseases.
May be required to wear personal protective equipment for lengthy periods of time.
This job posting is not meant to be all inclusive but to provide an overview of job responsibilities.
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good‑faith estimate at the time of posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market/business considerations, and geographic location.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.
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