Central Processing Tech I South Tower

Corewell Health • Royal Oak, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Central Processing Tech I works in the Central Processing Department at William Beaumont University Hospital, supporting Surgical Services and other departments by providing sterile instrumentation for surgical and other procedures. The role is responsible for inspecting, disinfecting, assembling, processing, and distributing patient-care instruments, equipment, and supplies according to established policies, procedures, and Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) standards. The technician stores and rotates instruments and supplies and ensures they are correctly labeled. They also serve as a role model and resource to peers and other healthcare team members on equipment, instrument, and supply processing. The department handles instrumentation for specialties including open-heart, neurosurgery, and robotic procedures, and technicians must keep current with changing surgical-instrument technology and applicable industry standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of an internal or external sterile processing program.
• Obtain either Certified Sterile Processing Distribution Tech (CSPDT) certification from CBSPD or Certified Registered Central Services Technician (CRCST) certification from IAHCSMM within one year.

Responsibilities

• Clean and inspect soiled instruments while using proper personal protective equipment.
• Test equipment with tools such as insulation and leak testers to help ensure sterilization.
• Assemble instruments according to established standards and instructions for use (IFUs).
• Inspect processed items thoroughly to strive for zero defects and maintain a low error rate and high productivity.
• Serve as a role model and resource for peers and respond professionally to phone requests and departmental issues.
• Prioritize processing according to surgical schedules and physician needs.
• Process vendor trays and complex instrumentation efficiently.
• Differentiate instrument functionality and specialties.
• Monitor sterilization equipment and submit repair requests as needed.
• Assemble high-complexity trays, including implants and ambulatory kits.
• Handle customer-area requests promptly and professionally.
• Inspect, disinfect, assemble, process, and distribute patient-care instruments, equipment, and supplies in accordance with policies, procedures, and AAMI standards.
• Store and rotate instruments and supplies and ensure they are correctly labeled.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of up to $3,000.
• Comprehensive benefits package intended to support financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and other offerings.
• Optional identity theft protection, home insurance, and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED