CS/Sterile Processing Technician
About The Position
As a Sterile Processing Technician, you will help ensure patient safety and surgical readiness by decontaminating and sterilizing surgical instruments and equipment. You will inspect and assemble instruments, equipment, trays, and packs according to prescribed protocols, rotating among decontamination, sterilization, and assembly assignments. The role also involves recordkeeping, monitoring equipment, managing inventory, reporting issues, and dispensing supplies while following health and safety procedures. Success requires attention to detail, knowledge of aseptic techniques and basic microbiology, and a commitment to continuous learning, evidence-based practices, and quality patient care. Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is an integrated health system in Washington state, with 18,000 staff, nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers, 11 hospitals, and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region.
Requirements
- Graduation from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) and one year of related work experience demonstrating the requisite job knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Current certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) by HSPA at hire or within six months of hire, or current certification as a Certified Sterile Processing Distribution Technician (CSPDT) by the Certification Board for Sterile Processing.
Nice To Haves
- One year of related work experience, preferably in an operating room, acute care hospital, or central services department.
Responsibilities
- Decontaminate and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment.
- Inspect and assemble surgical instruments, equipment, trays, and packs according to prescribed protocols.
- Rotate through decontamination, sterilization, and assembly assignments.
- Assist with recordkeeping and monitor equipment.
- Manage inventory, report issues, and dispense supplies.
- Follow health and safety procedures and maintain aseptic standards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
