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ENL Sterile ProcessingShift: Varied, shift length: 8 Hours, days off: variable, hours per pay period: 12.Compensation Range$21.81 - $27.92Position SummaryThe Sterile Processing Technician I is responsible for the care and maintenance of reusable surgical instruments and patient care equipment by performing decontamination, packaging, sterilization, handling, and storage activities. The SPD Tech selects appropriate cleaning and sterilization methods and maintains accurate documentation of SPD processes. Under the supervision of the Perioperative Charge Nurse and staff nurses, the Tech ensures cleanliness, organization, and transportation of equipment, stocking and outdating of supplies, and cleaning to accomplish room turnover and replenishment of stock in Sterile Processing and surgery areas. The SPD Tech contributes to the goal of service excellence in the peri‑operative suites by assisting in room set‑ups and turnovers, stocking/inventory of assigned areas, performing routine and terminal housekeeping duties, orienting and training new employees, assisting with patient care tasks, and performing other duties as assigned. The SPD Technician assigned to EOC‑Same Day Surgery also assists with ordering and stocking the anesthesia and sterile processing supplies.DesiredEducation / Training / Experience:One (1) year experience in sterile processing functions.Completed class in Basic Anatomy and Physiology and/or Medical Terminology.MinimumLicenses / Certifications:Current CPRSkills / Knowledge / AbilitiesMust demonstrate a sense of responsibility and be self‑motivated.Must be able to interact professionally and effectively communicate with physicians, staff, patients, and public.Must show sensitivity for the hospitalized patient and family.Must be able to follow standards and technical instructions and work quickly and accurately in a fast‑paced environment.Promotes team effort by working cooperatively with others.Must be able to read and interpret hazardous chemical statements and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).Must be able to assess appropriate decontamination and sterilization methods.Must be capable of using computer software programs for inventory control and educational programs.Must be able to provide thorough cleaning services for the Operating Room.Must be able to fulfill the essential functions of the position.Benefits Information$0 premium medical plan to include vision insurancePrescription and dental group insuranceRetirement with employer matchGenerous paid time off (PTO) plan that starts accruing immediately and can be used as it is earnedExtended Sick LeaveFlexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent careEmployee Assistance ProgramEducational AssistancePlease visit the employee benefits page at to get more in‑depth benefits and coverage information or email recruiter@enloe.org to receive a full summary of benefits.#J-18808-Ljbffr