DescriptionHourly Wage Estimate: $20.46 - $30.67 / hourLearn more about the benefits offered ( https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards ) for this job.The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.IntroductionDo you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Central Sterile Technician? At MountainView Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.BenefitsMountainView 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 (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Central Sterile Technician like you to be a part of our team.Job Summary and QualificationsSeeking an experienced Sterile Processing Technician to join our dynamic team of healthcare professionals. In this role you will assume responsibility for the decontamination of equipment and surgical instruments and observe Universal precautions. Our team is amazing, we consider ourselves a family that works hard to support each other and we are looking for someone who feels that patient care is as meaningful as we do. If that is you, come be a part of what makes us great and apply today!
You will wash, decontaminate and reassemble instrument sets and sterile trays/packs as well as package and sterilize all autoclavable instruments for the department
You will operate Steam, STERRAD and Steris sterilizers
You will carry out daily biological testing on all sterilizers
You will stock, order and maintain par levels on sterile supplies
You will respond to and deliver urgent instrument/supply requests from OR rooms during surgical procedures
You will identify instruments and equipment in need of repair and follow appropriate procedures to ensure timely repair/replacement.
You will coordinate sending supplies outside the hospital for Ethylene Oxide Sterilization as required and communicate effectively with Operating Room or other departments, the courier service and the sterilizing facility about the timely pickup and return of the critical items
What qualifications you will need:
High School diploma/GED minimum
Certification from an accredited Sterile Processing Technician or Surgical Technician program preferred
Current BLS
Previous hospital experience with approximately three to four months to a year of on the job experience and training necessary in order to learn the use and safe handling of processing and sterilization equipment and monitoring systems, disinfectant solutions, aseptic technique and the Policies and Procedures of the department
HCA Healthcare has been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for ten consecutive years (2010-2019). In 2019, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses."Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.HCA Healthcare Co-FounderWe are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Central Sterile Technician opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.