Position Purpose:
Furnishes sterile and non-sterile supplies, equipment and services for the care and treatment of patients. Adheres to MercyOne's performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values of MercyOne.
What you will Do:
Decontaminates dirty equipment and supplies.
Prepares non-sterile portable equipment and supplies for use.
Instrument assembly: Inspects and assembles instruments in accordance with Pick card
Distributes and stores sterile supplies.
Sterilization of equipment: Loads and unloads sterilization cart and stores items in proper location.
Adheres to all safety, infection control and colleague health policies and procedures.
Hours/Schedule:
1.0 FTE; 64 hours per pay period; will include a weekend and holiday rotation; typical 2nd shift hours are 3:00pm- 11:30pm but can vary.
Minimum Qualifications:
Requires the ability to read, write and understand the English language, and communicate effectively with patients, visitors, staff, and physicians while performing their job duties.
Minimum of 6 months experience working with surgical instruments and assisting in patient care preferred.
Ability to work with diverse groups of people.
Ability to make decisions without supervision and work collaboratively with others as a team.
Ability to perform under stressful situations and prioritize according to the urgent needs of the department.
Knowledge of medical terminology, surgical instruments and sterilization principles.
Position Highlights and Benefits
We care about your well-being, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes:
Wellness programs
Personalized health, dental & vision insurance plans
Paid time off
Long- and short-term leave
Retirement planning
Life insurance coverage
Ministry/Facility Information:
MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides expert health care to eight counties. MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides excellent, personalized care close to home to the communities in the Cedar Valley. With 491 licensed beds between the three medical centers, each providing 24-hour emergency lifesaving care, MercyOne is there for you in critical moments:
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center, an Area Level III Trauma Center and an accredited chest pain center
MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation
MercyOne Oelwein Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation
With more than 2,500 colleagues, MercyOne is one of the largest employers in Northeast Iowa.
MercyOne Medical Group – Northeast Iowa is made up of more than 30 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Benton, Butler, Fayette and Tama counties.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.