Central Processing Technician - FT/Evenings

Trinity Health • Pontiac, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the decontamination, cleaning, assembly, sterilization, storage, and distribution of surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies in accordance with established infection control standards and departmental procedures. This role supports safe, high-quality patient care by ensuring all supplies and instrumentation are prepared accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certificate of Completion from an accredited Central Sterile Processing program or minimum of one (1) year of sterile processing experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Certification through IAHCSMM (HSPA) or CSPBD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, assemble, sterilize, store, and distribute surgical instruments, procedure trays, equipment, crash carts, and supplies using prescribed procedures and aseptic technique.
• Operate sterilization equipment (including steam and gas plasma autoclaves), ensuring proper loading, cycle selection, and documentation in compliance with AORN, Joint Commission, OSHA, and AAMI standards.
• Assemble surgical case carts, trays, packs, and kits; maintain supply inventory; assist with OR setup; clean and maintain patient care equipment and crash carts; utilize instrument tracking systems; and support departmental workflow and training.

What This Job Offers

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