Sterile Processing Technician - The Orthopeadic and Spine Hospital (TOSH)

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Technician is a vital member of the Orthopaedic and Spine Hospital (TOSH) team, helping provide the best outcomes for patients. The role decontaminates medical instruments and materials by disassembling and cleaning them by hand and/or machine. It offers growth opportunities within the department and the healthcare profession.

The position revolves around meeting the Operating Room’s sterile instrument and equipment needs and requires understanding the urgency of OR staff requests. The technician answers directly to the Sterile Processing Manager and performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to follow oral instructions, read, and write.
• Computer literacy in Word and Excel.
• Good communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of SPD leadership experience or surgical technical experience.
• IAHCSMM/CBSPD certification.
• CRCST/CIS certification.
• Sterile processing experience.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate medical instruments and materials by disassembling and cleaning them by hand and/or machine.
• Assemble, package, inspect, and test instruments; reassemble sets, place them in appropriate containers or wrapping, and load and transport carts with prepared sets.
• Maintain records of loads and items removed from the department for processing.
• Transport loads to and from CSS and prepare instruments and equipment for proper storage.
• Use and test sterilizing equipment; perform dart and biological tests for autoclaves and diagnostic and biological tests for the Steris sterilizer.
• Record and accurately interpret test results.
• Assist OR staff and help locate needed supplies and equipment.
• Communicate professionally under pressure and when responding to demanding or stressful requests.
• Meet the Operating Room’s sterile instrument and equipment needs and respond with an understanding of the urgency of staff requests.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for qualifying staff and family.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
• Retirement contribution matching up to 10% from UAMS.
• Basic life insurance up to $50,000.
• Career training and educational opportunities.
• Merchant discounts.
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using the UAMS pharmacy.

What This Job Offers

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