Central Sterile Tech.

Iberia Medical Center (IMC) in New Iberia, LA is looking for team members who will help advance our vision to be the premier hospital of choice for patients, physicians and employees. We've been caring for our community for over 60 years and offer many diverse career paths. Our new employees experience opportunities to learn and grow while caring for their families, friends and neighbors.

IMC is currently hiring a Central Sterile Tech., who within the OR managerial structure, the Central Sterile Instrument Technician is responsible for decontamination, cleaning, processing and sterilization of instruments and supplies for the facility.  Must be conscientious with regard to procedures and capable of working under pressure and interacting professionally with other departments within the hospital.

EDUCATION 

• High School Graduate, Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist Program preferred

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION  

• Eligible for certification in Surgical Technology or Central Sterile Processing

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE 

• Previous OR or Central Sterile experience preferred, but not required.

JOB KNOWLEDGE

• Thorough knowledge of medical terminology and nomenclature of items and equipment used by the department.
• Knowledgeable with cleaning and sterilization procedures and techniques.
• Complete knowledge of surgical procedures and the instrumentation used for them.
• Knowledge of infection control and OSHA guidelines.
• Able to use independent judgement in effectively recommending firing, hiring or disciplining of employees under his/her direction.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS:

• Great medical benefit plan
• Participation in robust state pension plan
• Dental, vision, life insurance, disability and more!