Sterile Processing Technician Non-Certified (FT- 1.0 FTE, Variable Shift)

Position Summary: 

While working behind the scenes in a fast paced environment, a sterile processing technician ensures patient safety for Bozeman Health without being patient facing. Responsible for safe & efficient practices for decontamination, instrument assembly, wrapping & sterilization of all reprocessed instruments, distribution of equipment, and case cart management. Supports departmental initiatives to meet productivity standard and flexible staffing needs. Interacts daily with a wide variety of staff, disciplines, service lines, and vendors.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required

• High School diploma

Preferred

• Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician (CRCST), Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS), Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER), Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL), or field related certification
• previous healthcare experience

Essential Job Functions:

In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements, Bozeman Health policy, and other registry requirements.

• Collecting used and contaminated equipment, instruments, and supplies for sorting and decontamination.
• Manually cleaning supplies of contaminants, removing waste matter, and operating & maintaining decontamination equipment.
• Preparing & packing decontaminated supplies for sterilization.
• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
• Monitoring, operating, and testing sterilization equipment including washers, ultrasonics, automatic endoscope preprocessors, autoclaves, low temperature sterilizers, and drying cabinets.
• Examining supplies meticulously to ensure they are properly cleaned and sanitized.
• Sterilizing, preparing, wrapping, and organizing equipment into instrument trays for use during medical procedures.
• Preparing and delivering all necessary equipment and instruments for surgeries, examinations, medical procedures, and medical carts.
• Maintaining records of sterilization procedures, sterilized items, equipment maintenance, and supplies.
• Controlling the inventory, reordering supplies, and checking expiration dates.
• Participating in regular in-service education.
• Complying with the standards established by all regulatory agencies.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Education requirements per DNV programs

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulous care on the job.
• Good judgment and critical-thinking skills.
• Manual dexterity and the ability to handle fragile equipment.
• Ability to work well in a team or independently.
• Capability to work in a face paced and stressful environment.
• Ability to work varied shifts.
• Self-directed; completes assignments accurately, thoroughly, and with minimal oversight.
• Strong emotional intelligence, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.

Schedule Requirements

• This role requires regular and sustained attendance.
• The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.
• On-call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational, patient, or employee needs.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting (Rarely – 30 pounds): Exerting force occasionally and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people.
• Sit (Continuously): Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
• Stand (Occasionally): Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
• Walk (Occasionally): Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination.
• Climb (Rarely): Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and arms.
• Twist/Bend/Stoop/Kneel (Occasionally): Twisting, bending, stooping, and kneeling require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints.
• Reach Above Shoulder Level (Occasionally): Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder, requiring strength and stability.
• Push/Pull (Occasionally): Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
• Fine-Finger Movements (Continuously): Picking, pinching, typing, or othe