Sterile Processing Technician - SPT
About The Position
The Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) 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 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 SPT 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). Employee may be required to drive on an occasional basis as part of performing their job responsibilities.
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.
- Frequent lifting/carrying of 25 pounds or more, with occasional work above shoulder level.
- Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) within 18 months of hire.
- Valid Driver's License may be required.
Nice To Haves
- Prefer two years of experience in the 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.
- Prefer knowledge of medical terminology.
- Adapts to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting.
- Proven ability to communicate with a variety of people in a direct, empathetic, and articulate manner.
- Demonstrated patient-centered and customer focused communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Prepares and delivers medical/surgical supplies, instruments and equipment for surgical procedures.
- Cleans, packages, and processes surgical equipment and instrumentation
- Maintains inventory and storage of supplies
- Manages multiple computer applications to assist with sterilization tracking and processes.
- Operate and troubleshoot power equipment to process instruments (i.e. autoclaves, washer disinfector, ultrasonic cleaners).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
