Sterile Processing Tech II
About The Position
The Sterile Processing Technician reports to the Manager of Sterile Processing. Under general supervision of the department manager, shift supervisor or designee, the Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for decontamination, cleaning, processing, and sterilization of instruments in compliance with medical center policies and procedures, state, local and federal requirements. This role requires a graduate of high school or GED equivalency examination, with the ability to understand and implement detailed instructions, communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and possess basic computer skills. The candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure healthcare environment, have excellent interpersonal skills, and be detail-oriented. A minimum of 1 year of experience as an SPD Tech is required. Additionally, certification from IAHCSMM (International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management) or CRCST - HSPA (Healthcare Sterile Processing Association) or CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution) is necessary. Successful completion of the department’s internal written and practical exam, as well as meeting required performance and productivity standards, is required to attain and maintain Sterile Processing II status.
Requirements
- Graduate of high school or GED equivalency examination.
- Possess ability to understand and implement a variety of detailed instructions in the execution of processes.
- Applicant must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Basic computer skills required.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high pressure health care environment required.
- Excellent interpersonal skills required.
- Detail-oriented required.
- Minimum of 1 year experience as SPD Tech.
- Must have certification from IAHCSMM (International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management).
- High School Diploma or GED
- Certification through CRCST - HSPA (Healthcare Sterile Processing Association) or CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution).
- Minimum of one (1) year of sterile processing experience, preferably in a hospital or surgical setting.
- Successful completion of the department’s internal written and practical exam, as well as meeting required performance and productivity standards, is required to attain and maintain Sterile Processing II status.
- Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous)
- Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous)
- Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous)
- Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
- Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous)
- Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
- Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
- Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
- Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous)
- Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous)
- Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)
- Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous)
- Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous)
- Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous)
- Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)
- Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)
- Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)
- Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)
- Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous)
- Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous)
- Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous)
- Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous)
Nice To Haves
- Preferably in a hospital or surgical setting.
Responsibilities
- Decontamination, cleaning, processing, and sterilization of instruments in compliance with medical center policies and procedures, state, local and federal requirements.
- Perform instrument production.
- Perform case assembly.
- Perform sterile processing.
Benefits
- E-Verify program participation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
