Sterile Processing Technician I
Company: United Health Services
Location: Norwich
Posted on: May 10, 2025
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Job Description:
Position Overview
Make sure to apply with all the requested information, as laid out
in the job overview below.
Schedule includes weekdays, holidays and weekends, scheduled on a
rotational basis.
On-call shifts required.
Under general direction performs Sterile Processing Department
duties, which include but are not limited to manual
decontamination, operating mechanical washers, assembly, packaging,
sterilization, operating various sterilizers, equipment and
instrument quality inspections, ordering supplies and distribution
of reusable surgical instrumentation and medical devices.
Following UHS Sterile Processing and Infection control policies
must be able to interpret, maintain and document sterilization
records in the electric instrument tracking system. Provide for and
track all UHS inpatient units, off site clinical areas and
outpatient clinics reusable instrumentation.
All to provide positive patient outcomes by meeting the needs of
our customers identified as physicians, clinical units, ancillary
areas, clinics and UHS affiliates.
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Primary Department or Work Location:
Sterile Processing, UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital
Primary Work Shift:
Day
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Compensation Range:
$15.61 - $23.45 per hour, depending on experience
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Education/Experience
Minimum Requirements :
High School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred:
1 year previous SPD (certified or uncertified) or Operating Room
experience.
Surgical inventory experience
License/Certification
Minimum Required:
Certification as a Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician
is required within 18 months of hire (400 hours of experience
required to sit for exam)
Preferred:
Not Applicable
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Why You'll Love Working at UHS
At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection-to
patients, to purpose, to each other-makes a difference. That's why
we're intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond
the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or
fun along the way, we're here to help you thrive in work and
life.
A Culture of Connection - We support each other like family and
create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer
recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior
leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration.
Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia,
trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal
celebrations.
Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family - We offer medical,
dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after
hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan
options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life
best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright
Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services,
and identity theft protection.
Well-Being & Financial Security - From day one, PTO starts accruing
so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term
wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible
spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to
$400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, we're here
with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food
pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the
Classy Closet.
Growth That Moves with You - With access to 100,000+ online
courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical
ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your
passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure
market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel
confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.
A Place to Call Home - Located in New York's Southern Tier, UHS
offers more than a career-we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season
recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league
sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within
reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast
cities.
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About United Health Services
United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit
healthcare system in New York's Southern Tier comprising four
hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician
practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides
healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region's
population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact,
and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and
providers.
At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust,
Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct
patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared
purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we
serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our
mission-we'd love for you to consider joining us!
United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System
neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by,
nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc.
(NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can
be found at www.uhsinc.com.
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