Sterile Processing Technician

Introduction Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a(an) Sterile Processing Technician with Alaska Regional Hospital you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back! Benefits Alaska Regional Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation. Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships) Colleague recognition program Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income. Learn more about

Employee Benefits Note:

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the Alaska Regional Hospital family! We will give you the tools and resources you need to succeed in our organization. We are looking for an enthusiastic Sterile Processing Technician to help us reach our goals. Unlock your potential! Job Summary and Qualifications As the Central Sterile Technician, you will play a vital role in maintaining competent care delivery to patients in our perioperative settings. Our team works together like a family, and we are looking for someone who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do.

In this role:

You will assemble all necessary equipment and supplies to meet patient and surgeon needs. You willdemonstratea concern for efficiency and cost effectiveness {Value Analysis. You will follow through on problems that may compromise effective job performance by usingappropriatechain of command. Youwill mustknow microbiology, instrumentation and hand cleaning techniques of equipment and machines. You will performwell in stressful and emergency situations. You will be able to printappropriate doctor'spreference list, assemble casecartand fillrequisitions. You will displayteam spirit byassistingwith special project assignments. You will followestablished policies and procedures toidentifyand reduce therisks ofacquiringor transmitting infection. You will followthrough on problems that may compromise effective job performanceby usingappropriatechain of command. You will be knowledgeable to perform all functions and operationspertaining tothesterilizers. Responsible for operating sterilizers,aeratorsandtheir monitoringcleaning.

Qualifications:

Successful completion of a program for operating room preferred. CRCSTcertificationrequiredwithin1 yearof hire date. Familiarity with and knowledge of medical supplies is highly preferred. Prior experience is not required but is preferred. HCA Healthcare's Alaska Regional Hospital is known for our expertise, compassion and skills. We are committed to delivering patient-centered care to every patient on every visit for our 250 plus bed facility. Year after year, Alaska Regional receives 5-star ratings for heart attack treatment, bowel obstruction treatment, and colorectal surgery. Based in Anchorage, Alaska Regional is located in a thriving community offering plenty of opportunities to capitalize on the Alaskan lifestyle. Alaska offers some of the most incredible scenic beauty around the world which draws visitors year-round who come for a vacation and end up making Alaska home. We are part of the HCA Healthcare network - which includes more than 300 affiliate facilities across the country offering our colleagues the opportunity for travel and relocation. HCA Healthcare and Alaska Regional are inspired by our mission to care for and improve human life to create a positive impact in our community. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our Sterile Processing Technician opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.