Under the general direction of the Director of Surgical Services, assumes accountability for the human resource management and operational management of the Sterile Processing Department. Responsible for the oversight related to cleaning, assembling, wrapping, and sterilization of medical and surgical instrumentation, and case cart assembly following AAMI, AORN, OSHA, Joint Commission, CMS, and CDC standards and/or other regulatory guidelines. She/He/They will have a comprehensive understanding and competent skill level in Sterile Processing principles.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence St. Patrick Hospital and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications:
- Associate's Degree in related field of study
- 5 years of experience in Surgical Services and/or Sterile ProcessingÂ
- Upon hire: National Certified Registered Central Service Technician - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association OrÂ
- Upon hire: National Certified Instrument Specialist - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association OrÂ
- Upon hire: National Certified Healthcare Leader - Healthcare Sterile Processing AssociationÂ
- 5 years of experience in Sterile Processing and Surgical Services.Â
- 3 years of leadership/Management experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in related field of study  Or equivalent educ/experience
Why Join Providence?Â
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
Providence has a long-standing tradition of caring for residents in western Montana since the Sisters of Providence arrived in the state in 1864. As one of Montana’s largest health care providers, Providence works collaboratively across traditional boundaries to develop patient-centered practices that help make lifelong quality care accessible and affordable.
Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers include Providence St. Patrick Hospital in Missoula and Providence St. Joseph Medical Center, a critical access hospital in Polson. Our not-for-profit network of services also include physicians, more than 40 clinics, care centers, hospice and home health programs, and other diverse community services.
Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.
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