Sterile Processing Technician II
Sutter Health•San Francisco, CA
•Onsite
About The Position
Performs a variety of tasks related to the preparation of instruments and equipment for procedures and surgeries. Operates sterilizing and decontamination units using different agents, which may include steam, hydrogen peroxide, paracetic acid, ethylene oxide, and glutaraldehyde. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, instrument processing, distribution, inventory, equipment and record keeping functions under general guidance.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or General Education (GED) or equivalent education/experience
- Two years' experience in Sterile Processing Department
- Ability to be a resource to Sterile Processing Tech I staff by effectively training new employees, answering questions appropriately, providing accurate and complete information regarding departmental procedures and demonstrating good communication skills
- Elementary computer procedures as they apply to equipment, supply tracking, ordering and preference / pick list generation
- Knowledge of basic inventory control concepts and PAR level systems
- Knowledge of medical terminology, surgical instrumentation, supplies, equipment
- Must be able to read, write and speak English
- Communicate and work effectively with hospital employees, sales representatives; internal and external customers
- Perform simple mathematical functions
- Handle a large volume of detailed work accurately
Nice To Haves
- CRCST-Certified Registered Central Service Technician
- HSPA-Healthcare Sterile Processing Association
- CBSPD-Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution
Responsibilities
- Instrument processing
- Distribution
- Inventory
- Equipment and record keeping functions
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
