Sterile Processing Tech

Nevada System of Higher Education•Naperville, IL

22h•$20 - $29

About The Position

Responsible for decontaminating, cleaning, assembling, sterilizing, storing, and distributing surgical instruments, medical equipment, and supplies to surgical suites, procedural areas, and clinical departments according to established procedures, AAMI standards, and manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFUs). Supports quality assurance processes, inventory management, vendor coordination, flexible scope cleaning validation, and case cart preparation. Promotes effective communication, safety, and compliance with infection control policies and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

High School Required
Previous experience in healthcare, sterile processing, surgical services, or related field preferred.
Understanding of infection control standards, sterilization methods, and decontamination techniques.
Ability to operate and monitor sterilization and decontamination equipment.
Proficient use of basic computer systems for equipment tracking, inventory management, and documentation.
A valid driver’s license is required if the incumbent is selected to transport instrument trays with a motorized vehicle (i.e. utility vehicle). A safe driving record is required.
Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) within 18 months of hire Required Or Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) within 18 months of hire Required

Responsibilities

Decontaminates reusable surgical instruments, patient care equipment, and flexible scopes following IFUs and infection control practices. Operates washers, ultrasonic cleaners, and decontamination equipment.
Assembles and inspects instrument sets, surgical trays, and case carts for scheduled procedures. Identifies and reports missing, damaged, or malfunctioning equipment.
Performs sterilization using steam, low-temperature (plasma), and/or gas sterilizers. Conducts and documents biological, chemical, and mechanical monitoring for sterilization efficacy.
Utilizes instrument tracking systems and OR scheduling software (e.g., ORSOS) for documentation, equipment tracking, and workflow management.
Participates in inventory control, rotates supplies, manages loaner instrumentation, and assists with vendor coordination and equipment returns.
Performs overnight duties as needed, including patient equipment distribution, linen cart management, and basic patient-care equipment rental tracking.
Communicates shift hand-offs through reporting tools, documents incomplete tasks, equipment issues, and supply shortages.
Attends huddles and staff meetings to support departmental goals and quality initiatives.
May assist with orientation and training of Sterile Processing Technician staff as needed.
May be asked to transport trays between locations