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Job Description
Department:
70100
Wake Forest Ambulatory Ventures:
Greensboro Medical Plaza Northwest•
Surgery Center Status:
Full time
Benefits Eligible:
Yes Hours Per Week:
40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
No holidays, weekends, or call. Pay Range $20.80•$31.20 Sterile Processing Technician (CSPDT)•Join a High-Impact Surgical Support Team Improving Patient Safety Make a meaningful difference behind the scenes by ensuring surgical teams have safe, sterile, and reliable instruments. As a Sterile Processing Technician, you'll play a vital role in infection prevention and surgical excellence—working with advanced sterilization technology in a collaborative hospital environment. Essential Functions Adhere to hospital standards, fostering a cooperative work environment through effective communication, professionalism, and teamwork Clean and decontaminate surgical instruments and equipment using approved methods and specialized equipment Inspect reusable instruments and equipment to ensure proper function and safety Sort, assemble, and prepare surgical instrument sets and case carts accurately Operate sterilization equipment (e.g., autoclaves, washer sterilizers, ultrasonic cleaners) to produce sterile products and reduce infection risk Ensure consistent availability of sterilization supplies and preparation solutions Perform daily testing and monitoring of autoclaves and Steris units using biological indicators and air removal test kits; maintain accurate logs and records Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge and competency with evolving sterilization practices and equipment Provide age/developmentally appropriate care per established guidelines for populations served Education & Experience High School Diploma or GED required Previous sterile processing or surgical services experience preferred (if applicable) Licensure / Certification Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) required Skills & Qualifications Ability to operate sterilization equipment including autoclaves (flash and high-vacuum), washer sterilizers, and ultrasonic cleaners Working knowledge of basic and specialty operating room instrumentation Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with clinical staff Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physically active work High attention to detail and commitment to quality and patient safety Our Commitment to
You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of
Total Rewards:
benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more•so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short•and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program Note:
Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient's experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It's offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there's a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we'll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We're redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care
