Sterile Processing Technician

Parkview Health • Fort Wayne, IN

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About The Position

Under the direction of the department manager, the Sterile Processing Technician supports patient safety by ensuring the cleanliness, sterilization, and functionality of surgical instruments used throughout the facility. The role decontaminates, assembles, sterilizes, and distributes instrumentation to the operating room and patient care areas in accordance with strict regulatory guidelines. The technician also orders, manages, and prepares soft goods for upcoming surgical cases.

The position includes instrument decontamination using safety protocols and personal protective equipment to reduce exposure to blood-borne pathogens and other contaminants; assembling complete instrument sets; operating autoclaves and other sterilization equipment according to manufacturers’ instructions for use and sterilization protocols; inspecting instruments for cleanliness, functionality, and damage; maintaining inventory; and keeping accurate sterilization records. The posting's record-keeping description is truncated.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent GED.
• Must achieve HSPA Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification within one year of employment and maintain certification throughout employment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow protocols, instructions, and manufacturers’ instructions for use precisely.
• Solid understanding of infection control practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of general computer skills and applications.
• Ability to multitask and work independently using critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and push or pull 100 pounds.
• Frequent reaching, bending, and standing for long periods.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a Sterile Processing Certification program.
• Previous sterile processing or health care experience.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate surgical instruments according to industry standards and safety protocols, using personal protective equipment and ergonomic techniques.
• Reassemble instruments and verify that each set contains all required components, including instruments, indicators, count sheets, and filters.
• Operate autoclaves and other sterilization equipment in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions for use and sterilization protocols.
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness, functionality, and damage; report issues and help ensure devices are safe for patient use.
• Track and maintain inventory levels for instruments and departmental supplies.
• Order, manage, and prepare soft goods for upcoming surgical cases.
• Maintain accurate sterilization records.

What This Job Offers

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