Sterile Processing Technician III

Sterile Processing Technician III Indiana University Health - 3.7 Indianapolis, IN Job Details Full-time 19 hours ago Qualifications Computer operation Anatomy knowledge Computer literacy High school diploma or GED Mentoring Computer skills Certified Surgical Technologist Medical terminology Full Job Description Sterile Processing Technician III Job Description Overview Cleans, wraps, sterilizes, stores and distributes equipment, supplies, instruments and endoscopes used in patient care. Assists area clinical staff by using specialized knowledge in surgical instrumentation and procedures to prepare for surgical cases. Provides technical guidance to others involved in the assembly of instrumentation and preparation of case carts. Trains colleagues on various skills and tasks. Acts as a resource or mentor to colleagues with less experience. High School Diploma or GED required. Requires one national certification (CRCST,CSPDT,CFER or CST) and a second national certification related to central service or sterile processing (

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CIS; CSIP; CFER; CST; CHMM; CHL). Requires 24 CE credits annually that focus on information and advancement related to the CS field and be of a technical nature. Must maintain current certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist obtained from the NBSTSA if in a hybrid OR/SPD role. May require Basic Life Support certification through the AHA. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies. Requires demonstration of expert knowledge and skills identified as necessary to function as a Tech III. Requires knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy. Requires advanced preceptor skills and experience in mentoring and coaching. Requires basic computer skills. Strong knowledge of Endo instrumentation function and maintenance is preferred. Requires some relevant experience in a healthcare environment. We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Qualifications for the Sterile Processing Technician III Role Overview Cleans, wraps, sterilizes, stores and distributes equipment, supplies, instruments and endoscopes used in patient care. Assists area clinical staff by using specialized knowledge in surgical instrumentation and procedures to prepare for surgical cases. Provides technical guidance to others involved in the assembly of instrumentation and preparation of case carts. Trains colleagues on various skills and tasks. Acts as a resource or mentor to colleagues with less experience. High School Diploma or GED required. Requires one national certification (CRCST,CSPDT,CFER or CST) and a second national certification related to central service or sterile processing (

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CIS; CSIP; CFER; CST; CHMM; CHL). Requires 24 CE credits annually that focus on information and advancement related to the CS field and be of a technical nature. Must maintain current certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist obtained from the NBSTSA if in a hybrid OR/SPD role. May require Basic Life Support certification through the AHA. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies. Requires demonstration of expert knowledge and skills identified as necessary to function as a Tech III. Requires knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy. Requires advanced preceptor skills and experience in mentoring and coaching. Requires basic computer skills. Strong knowledge of Endo instrumentation function and maintenance is preferred. Requires some relevant experience in a healthcare environment. Indiana University Health is Indiana's most comprehensive health system, with 15 hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. Our partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine gives our team members access to the very latest science and the very best training, advancing care for all. We're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. People who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day. People who are always ready to apply themselves.