Certified Sterile Processing Technician

Company: Ascension
Location: Binghamton
Posted on: May 6, 2022

Job Description:

We Are HiringLourdes, part of Ascension in Binghamton, NY has exciting career opportunities for full-time Certified Surgical Instrument Technicians -to join our Sterile Processing department. - This position is based at Lourdes Hospital, 169 Riverside Drive in Binghamton, NY.Our Certified technicians play a vital role in ensuring that laboratory and health care equipment is cleaned and sterilized properly thereby reducing the risk of infection. - This role is of paramount importance in the health care industry, both for patients and employees. -*Sign-on Bonus Eligible Position*Available Schedules: - Days: Monday-Friday: 9:00 am to 5:30 pm with rotating weekendsAfternoons: Monday-Friday: 3:00 to 11:30 pm-rotating weekendsWhy join Ascension LourdesAscension is a faith-based healthcare organization dedicated to transformation through innovation across the continuum of care. As one of the leading non-profit and Catholic health systems in the U.S., Ascension is committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care to all, with special attention to persons living in poverty and those most vulnerable.

• Be part of a great team and culture
• Generous PTO, excellent (and affordable) medical, dental, vision and retirement (with a match)
• Child care
• Fitness Center
• Tuition reimbursement, discount programs and more -Working for Ascension is more than just a job. It's a career where your talent and passion for delivering quality healthcare can make a difference for patients, team members, and the community. What You Will DoInspect, assemble and evaluate surgical instruments and instrument sets to ensure proper sterilization, completeness of set, and determine need for repair/replacement.
  • Perform decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers and equipment according to established protocols.
  • Inspect instruments, equipment and containers to ensure cleanliness and proper functioning.
  • Correct instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and/or instrument tracking systems.
  • Maintain proper levels of inventory to ensure availability for case carts.
  • Assist with staff training on sterile principals and the decontamination processes. What You Will NeedLicensure / Certification / Registration:
    • Central Service Tech credentialed from the New York Department of Health Medical Services obtained within 18 Months (1 1/2 year) of hire date or job transfer date required.Education:
      • High school diploma or GED required. Additional PreferencesCertified candidates are strongly preferred. Why Join Our TeamFor nearly 90 years, Our Lady of Lourdes Memorial Hospital has been providing rewarding career opportunities in the Binghamton, New York, community. Over 2,500 Mission-driven associates serve in our medical, surgical, and specialty units, an ambulatory care center, a breast care center, a regional cancer center, and numerous specialty practices. We offer a place of respect and inclusion for all associates, as well as a rich learning environment with countless opportunities for career growth and professional development. If you are looking for a rewarding career in healthcare, we invite you to apply today. When you join Ascension, you join a team of over 150,000 individuals across the country committed to a Mission of serving others and providing compassionate, personalized care to all. Our inclusive culture, continuing education programs, career coaches and benefit offerings are just a few of the resources and tools that team members can use to create a rewarding career path. In fact, Ascension spent nearly $46 million in tuition assistance alone to support associate growth and development. If you are looking for a career where you can grow and make a difference in your community, we invite you to join our team today. Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerAscension Lourdes is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer. Associates and Applicants receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.Pay Non-Discrimination Notice: fFor further information regarding your EEO rights, click on the following link to the "EEO is the Law" poster:ftPlease note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants. This employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click the E-Verify link below for more information.

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