Sterile Processing Department Technician

Freedom Health Partners LLC • Phoenix, AZ

6d • $28 - $30

About The Position

True Precision Medical is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Sterile Processing Department (SPD) Technician to support its surgical team. This part-time position helps ensure patient safety by cleaning, inspecting, assembling, sterilizing, and properly storing surgical instruments and equipment. The ideal candidate takes pride in accurate work, follows established procedures, and communicates effectively with clinical staff.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of instrument care, decontamination, sterilization, and infection prevention practices.
• Ability to follow manufacturer instructions, facility policies, and detailed written procedures.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Dependable attendance and ability to work collaboratively with the clinical team.
• Ability to perform essential job duties, with or without reasonable accommodation, including prolonged standing, repetitive hand movements, and moving instrument trays and supplies.
• Ability to work safely around contaminated instruments, cleaning chemicals, heat, and steam while using required protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous sterile processing experience, particularly in an ambulatory surgery center or surgical setting.
• CRCST or CSPDT certification.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, and decontaminate reusable instruments and equipment using appropriate protective equipment and infection prevention practices.
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness, damage, and proper function; report concerns and remove defective items from service.
• Assemble, package, and label instrument trays and sets according to procedure needs and facility protocols.
• Operate sterilizers and cleaning equipment according to manufacturer instructions and facility policies.
• Perform and document required sterilization monitoring, verify results, and escalate failed cycles or other concerns before instruments are released for use.
• Maintain accurate sterilization records and instrument traceability documentation.
• Store and distribute sterile supplies while maintaining package integrity and proper stock rotation.
• Coordinate with nursing and surgical staff to ensure instruments are ready for scheduled procedures.
• Monitor inventory and communicate supply shortages, repair needs, and equipment issues promptly.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and appropriate separation of contaminated and clean items.
• Assist with instrument recalls and quality improvement activities as directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED