Sterile Processing Tech I - CS Tech 15

Good Shepherd Health Care•Hermiston, OR

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Tech I or II receives and reprocesses reusable instruments throughout the hospital and performs cleaning and sterilizing duties. The role prepares and assembles medical and surgical supplies, instrumentation, and equipment; maintains sterile processing areas; and receives and distributes surgical supplies and equipment. The technician distributes reprocessed supplies, assists with pulling case carts, and helps with inventory control in surgery. The position works Monday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and is listed as 40 hours. Compensation is $19.39–$31.50 per hour. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are paid by the employer. Two qualification levels are described. For Tech I, a high school diploma or GED is required, and certification must be obtained within two years of employment. For Tech II, a high school diploma or GED and Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification are required. Previous sterile processing experience is preferred for either level. The role is performed primarily in an indoor healthcare environment. It involves frequent exposure to infectious and contagious diseases, hazardous materials, medical equipment, variable indoor temperatures, and a fast-paced setting with changing demands and varying noise levels. Staff are expected to follow safety protocols and use personal protective equipment as required.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED.
Tech I: Obtain certification within two years of employment.
Tech II: Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification.
Ability to meet the position’s physical and sensory requirements, including continuous walking and standing, fine motor tasks, and lifting up to 50 pounds independently.
Ability to follow safety protocols and use personal protective equipment in an environment involving frequent exposure to infectious diseases and hazardous materials.

Nice To Haves

Tech I: Completion of a Sterile Processing Technician Program.
Tech I: Sterile Processing Technician Certificate.
Tech I: Previous sterile processing experience.
Tech II: Completion of a Sterile Processing Technician Program or Scrub Technologist Program.
Tech II: Sterile Processing Technician Program Certificate.
Tech II: Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS).
Tech II: Previous sterile processing experience.

Responsibilities

Clean, decontaminate, prepare, package, disinfect or sterilize, and store medical and surgical supplies and equipment according to established protocols.
Distribute medical and surgical supplies from sterile processing areas to other areas of the facility as needed.
Follow standard precautions, including using personal protective equipment.
Follow safety procedures and manufacturers’ instructions when handling cleaning solutions, supplies, and equipment.
Operate sterile processing equipment safely and according to manufacturers’ instructions for use.
Monitor, interpret, and document physical, chemical, and biological indicator results for sterilizers used in sterile processing areas.
Prepare and distribute surgical case carts according to physicians’ preference lists and the anticipated needs of the perioperative team.
Inventory, receive, and restock materials used to support sterile processing services.
Comply with organizational policies, regulatory and accreditation standards, and professional guidelines.
Demonstrate professional interpersonal and communication skills.
Assist with improving the quality of sterile processing services.
Assist with identifying pertinent evidence to establish benchmarks as directed.
Maintain the privacy and confidentiality of individuals and health information.
Support the hospital’s mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.
Participate in required education for applicable DNV programs.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Prepare and assemble medical and surgical supplies, instrumentation, and equipment; maintain sterile processing areas; receive and distribute surgical supplies and equipment; assist with pulling case carts and inventory control in surgery.