Sterile Processing Technician - SPT

Mayo Clinic • Mankato, MN

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About The Position

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for performing delegated activities to support the operating room team in the care of the surgical patient. Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, Core Charge RN, and Core Supervisor, the Sterile Processing Technician prepares and delivers medical/surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment for surgical procedures. The Sterile Processing Technician cleans, packages, and processes surgical equipment and instrumentation, as well as maintains inventory and storage of supplies in the core. The Sterile Processing Technician manages multiple computer applications to assist with sterilization tracking and processes. Responsible to operate and troubleshoot power equipment to process instruments (i.e. autoclaves, washer disinfector, ultrasonic cleaners).

Requirements

• Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) Certification as a Central Processing Technician (CRCST) within 18 months of hire.
• Must be 18 years of age prior to start date.
• Prefer two years of experience in handling and sterilization processing of surgical/medical/dental instrumentation within the past four years, or vocational certificate as Central Service Technician or Patient Care Assistant within the last two years.
• Alternatively, at least two years of experience as a Central Service Technician or Patient Care Assistant in an acute care setting within the last five years.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver medical/surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment for surgical procedures.
• Clean, package, and process surgical equipment and instrumentation.
• Maintain inventory and storage of supplies in the core.
• Manage multiple computer applications for sterilization tracking and processes.
• Operate and troubleshoot power equipment for processing instruments.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: No Education Listed