Job Description
Introduction Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a Sterile Processing Technician PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join North Central Methodist Ambulatory Surgery Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.
This position offers hours during the week only, Monday - Friday.
Evening and Weekend hours are NOT available .
Benefits North Central Methodist Ambulatory Surgery Center, 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 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.
- Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
- Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
- Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
- 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Retirement readiness and rollover 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)
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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a Sterile Processing Technician PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!
Job Summary and Qualifications As the Sterile Processing Tech, under the direction of a Registered Nurse, you will contribute to the company's mission and vision by assisting with the care of patients through providing properly cleaned, sterilized and highly disinfected instruments and supplies.
What you will do in this role: - Demonstrate knowledge related to maintenance, cleanliness and sterilization of instruments and equipment
- Demonstrate awareness ofappropriate sterilizationmethods needed for different instrumentsin accordance withmanufacturer instructions
- Demonstrate knowledge ofhigh leveldisinfection and sterilization of endoscopy equipment
- Monitor and record all test loads and sterilization cycles and report any deviation from normal functioning to OR Coordinator or Nurse Manager
- Maintainaccuraterecords forPM'sfor equipment and report any deviation from normal functioning to OR Coordinator or Nurse Manager
- Test operational efficiency of Instrumentation prior to reprocessing and report problems to OR Coordinator or Nurse Manager
- Monitor all instrumentation for proper sterilization prior to releasing for use
- Perform required quality controls e.g. Bowie Dick, DART, Biological Monitoring, Disinfecting Solution Efficacy Testing, Test Strips
Qualifications you will need: - Training in basic aseptic technique and sterile processing
- One year experience in surgical instrument sterilization processing, preferably in an acute care or ambulatory surgery center environment
- Valid BCLS Certification upon employment***online certification not acceptable
- Certification in Central Processing as per facility and state regulatory requirements
Methodist AmbulatorySurgery Center - North Central is located in the Stone Oak area of San Antonio. OurAAAHC center is a top revenue producer forSurgery Ventures powered by HCA Healthcare. Weperform over 600 procedures a month. Our specialties are in orthopedics, ophthalmology, ENT,gynecology, endoscopy, podiatry, pediatrics, urology and pediatric dermatology.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for thedelivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Sterile Processing Technician PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Unlock the possibilities and apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status
Job Tags
Temporary work, Relief, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Afternoon shift