SPD Technician I or II, 40 Hours, Days
About The Position
Under the direction of the sterile processing leadership team, an SPD Technician I decontaminates, inspects, assembles, high-level disinfects (HLD), sterilizes, stores, and distributes instruments, devices, and medical equipment throughout UMass Memorial Medical Center. The technician follows infection control and safety practices at all stages and maintains a clean, safe, and organized workspace. An SPD Technician II performs the same sterile processing functions and contributes to quality improvement while working independently. The Technician II may be expected to take charge when they are the most senior technician, including on weekdays or weekends, with that responsibility rotating among SPD Technician IIs. The position is listed as 40 hours per week, with a day shift schedule of 10:45 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. Monday through Friday, with weekends also listed in the schedule details. The hiring range is $19.53–$32.06, based on a full-time schedule; the final offer may vary based on scheduled hours, experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. A signing bonus may be available, subject to confirmation by the Recruitment Team.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- For SPD Technician I: completion of, or enrollment in, an accredited Central Sterile Processing Technician program.
- For SPD Technician I: obtain certification within one year of employment; failure to obtain certification within that period results in termination from the position.
- For SPD Technician II: Central Sterile Processing Technician certification held for at least one year.
- Knowledge of sterilization standards, procedures, and associated terminology.
- Proficiency with basic computer functions.
Nice To Haves
- Central Sterile Processing Technician certification is preferred for SPD Technician I.
Responsibilities
- Collect, receive, and record soiled instrumentation, equipment, and devices for decontamination according to established policies, industry guidance, and manufacturers’ instructions for use (IFUs).
- Use equipment, tools, solutions, and personal protective equipment as prescribed, following universal safety precautions.
- Inspect instrumentation, equipment, and devices for cleanliness and perform function testing.
- Assemble, package, and record instrumentation, equipment, and devices according to established procedures.
- Record and route items for sterilization or high-level disinfection as specified by manufacturers’ IFUs.
- Perform identified high-level disinfection processes or sterilization cycles using appropriate equipment.
- Perform, monitor, and record routine safety and efficacy testing of associated equipment in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and industry standards.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace throughout processing and storage activities.
- Ensure proper inventory, rotation, and distribution of instrumentation, equipment, and carts.
- Distribute instruments and supplies according to end-user needs.
- As an SPD Technician II, perform quality audits and contribute to continuous quality improvement.
- As an SPD Technician II, take charge when the most senior technician if no one else volunteers; this responsibility rotates among SPD Technician IIs.
Benefits
- A signing bonus may be available; eligibility will be confirmed during the interview process.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
