Sterile Processing Tech

CommonSpirit Health • Salt Lake, UT

30d • Onsite

About The Position

Holy Cross Hospital – Salt Lake, founded in 1875, is a historic acute care hospital providing high-quality healthcare in the Salt Lake Valley. The hospital is known for its leading-edge medical expertise and compassionate care, utilizing advanced systems and technology. Services include comprehensive orthopedic care, wound care, 24/7 Geriatric, psychiatric and cardiac services, life flight services, and is a State-certified heart attack center. The hospital offers a fulfilling career in a community with access to outdoor recreational activities. The Sterile Processing Tech promotes improved quality and patient safety in the OR by ensuring the efficient flow of the Sterile Processing department. This involves performing routine tasks related to decontamination, processing, sterilization, and distribution of instruments and supplies. The role requires operating and monitoring sterilization equipment, maintaining meticulous records in compliance with AAMI, AORN, Joint Commission, and OSHA standards, and assisting with survey/regulatory assessments. Success in this role depends on meticulous attention to detail, a strong understanding of safety and compliance standards, and a commitment to quality and patient safety.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/G.E.D.
• CRCST or CSPDT certification within 18 months of hire or transfer

Nice To Haves

• Six (6) months of experience

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor sterilization equipment.
• Maintain meticulous records in compliance with AAMI, AORN, Joint Commission, and OSHA standards.
• Actively assist the department's preparation for survey/regulatory assessments.
• Sterilize supplies and instruments using the prescribed method (e.g., steam, gas plasma (Sterrad)).
• Operate washer/decontaminator per department policy and procedure.
• Understand the basic principles of all sterilization equipment used in the department.
• Package items to be sterilized in a manner that promotes successful sterilization.
• Follow manufacturer's recommendations (IFU's) and assure cleanliness of decontamination, sterilization, and equipment areas.
• Validate the proper functioning of all equipment using established mechanical and biological monitors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED