Surgical Services/Sterile Processing Tech (SPT) - APN Consulting Inc

Job Description: Sterile Processing Technician (SPT)

Facility: Saratoga Hospital
Location: Saratoga Springs, NY
Contract Length: 13 Weeks
Shift: Mid 5x8-Hour (15:00 - 23:00)
Pay Package : $16/hr on W2 + $960(Weekly non taxable stipend)
Weekly Gross: $1600

Position Overview:

Saratoga Hospital is seeking a qualified Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) to join our team. This role involves working from 3 PM to 11 PM, Sunday through Friday, ensuring the highest standards of sterilization and infection control in both our hospital and ambulatory surgery center.

Key Responsibilities:

• Endoscopy: Responsible for the reprocessing and sterilization of endoscopic instruments.
• Decontamination: Efficiently clean and disinfect surgical instruments and equipment.
• Assembly: Accurately assemble instrument trays and packs for surgical procedures.
• Biologicals/Sterilization: Perform biological testing and operate sterilization equipment according to established protocols.
• Sterile Room: Maintain the integrity and organization of the sterile storage area.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Sterile Processing Technician.
• Travel Experience: At least 2 years of travel experience in similar roles.
• Certifications:
  • Certified in Sterile Processing and Endoscopy.
  • National Certification: Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD).

Special Conditions:

• Candidates must be qualified to work in any area within the Central Sterile Reprocessing (CSR)/Sterile Processing Department (SPD) at both the hospital and the ambulatory surgery center, which is located 10 minutes away from the main hospital.
• Assignments within these areas will be determined by department leadership.
• No local candidates within a 50-mile radius of Saratoga Springs, NY, will be considered for this position.