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Responsibilities

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Why should you choose us?

St Joseph Medical Center pursues Compassion, Inclusion, Integrity, Excellence and

Collaboration as part of its every day culture. This is evident as soon as you enter our doors. At St Joseph Medical Center, you will be part of a friendly, supportive and cohesive team. We are passionate about providing care to our community and strive to be the most trusted destination for health in the PNW. We look forward to you joining our St Joseph family!

St. Joseph Medical Center offers a compassionate, inclusive, and collaborative work environment rooted in integrity and excellence. Join our friendly and supportive team, dedicated to providing exceptional care and being the most trusted health destination in the Pacific Northwest. We're excited for you to become part of our St. Joseph family!

Role:

Sterile Processing Technicians are responsible for the efficient and meticulous decontamination and sterilization of surgical instruments and equipment, ensuring the highest standards of patient safety. This includes using various methods such as ultrasonic cleaning, steam sterilization, and ethylene oxide (EtO) sterilization, depending on the instrument type and manufacturer's recommendations. SPTs meticulously inspect surgical instruments for damage, proper function, and cleanliness, assembling them onto instrument trays according to surgical procedure specifications and established aseptic techniques. They also assemble and prepare surgical packs and trays, ensuring proper labeling and documentation.

Qualifications

Experience/ Licensure/Certification:

Graduation from the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management Course (preferred) and one year of related work experience that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities preferably in an operating room acute care hospital or central services department preferred.

Current certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) by the International Association of Health Care Central Service Material Management (IAHCCSMM) at hire or within six months of date of hire; OR

Current certification as a Certified Sterile Processing Distribution Technician (CSPDT) by the Certification Board for Sterile Processing.

Overview

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Virginia Mason Medical Center: Achieved the prestigious #1 ranking in Washington and the Seattle Metro Area! Nationally recognized as high-performing in Gastroenterology & GI Surgery, Geriatrics, and Pulmonary/Lung Surgery. Also recognized as High-Performing in 20 other procedures and conditions.

St. Joseph Medical Center: Ranked #8 in Washington (tie) and #6 in the Seattle Metro Area (tie)! Recognized as High-Performing in 14 procedures and conditions.

St. Michael Medical Center: Ranked #13 in Washington (tie)! Recognized as High-Performing in 10 procedures and conditions.

St. Anne Hospital, St. Anthony Hospital, and St. Clare Hospital: All recognized as High-Performing for Pneumonia.

Pay Range

$25.05 - $37.97 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.