Provisional Sterile Processing Academy, February 2027
About The Position
The Provisional Sterile Processing Academy is designed for people who have obtained a Provisional CRCST certification but do not yet have field experience. Participants receive initial training and are then placed in a Sterile Processing Tech position within the market. The position is full time, with 40 hours per week and a schedule that may vary. The listed pay range is $20.80–$31.20. The role supports sterile processing operations by cleaning, inspecting, sorting, and assembling reusable instruments and equipment; operating sterilization equipment; and maintaining sterilizer checks and records. It also involves ensuring supplies are available, maintaining technical knowledge, and providing age- and developmentally appropriate care in accordance with applicable guidelines.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) or Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification; the academy is intended for candidates with provisional CRCST certification who do not yet have field experience.
- Ability to operate sterilization equipment, washer sterilizers, ultrasonic cleaners, flash autoclaves, and high-vacuum autoclaves.
- Ability to communicate effectively with other medical professionals.
- Knowledge of basic and specialty operating room instrumentation.
- Ability to stand for long periods.
Responsibilities
- Promote a cooperative work environment by following hospital standards and using communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills.
- Clean instruments and equipment using appropriate methods and equipment.
- Ensure reusable items are inspected correctly.
- Sort and assemble instruments and sets.
- Operate sterilizing units to produce sterile products and reduce the risk of nosocomial infections.
- Ensure sterilization supplies and preparation solutions are available.
- Perform daily autoclave and Steris Unit checks using biological indicators and air-removal test kits as required.
- Maintain sterilizer logs, records, and charts.
- Maintain technical knowledge.
- Provide age- and developmentally appropriate care in accordance with Age-Specific Care Guidelines for the age groups served.
Benefits
- Paid time off programs.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
- Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
- Educational Assistance Program.
- Career development programs.
- Competitive compensation and potential premium pay, incentive pay for select positions, and annual performance-based increases.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
