Sterile Processing Technician- Evenings

Ochsner Health • Baton Rouge, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position ensures the availability of clean, prepared, and sterilized instruments, equipment, and supplies for surgical and clinical procedures. The Sterile Processing Technician functions as a clinical resource and performs duties as assigned by the SPD Supervisor or Manager of Sterile Processing. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, receiving, decontaminating, inspecting, assembling, packaging, sterilizing, distributing, and storing medical instruments and equipment. The technician performs detailed inspection of instruments to verify cleanliness, proper function, and correct assembly in accordance with manufacturer instructions and departmental standards. This role requires an understanding of approved sterilization methods, including steam and low
‑temperature processes, and the ability to select the appropriate method based on device requirements. In addition to daily processing duties, the 3:00 PM–11:00 PM shift is responsible for end
‑of
‑day operations, including completing instrument processing for scheduled and add
‑on cases, ensuring adequate instrument availability for the next day’s surgical schedule, restocking sterile storage and case cart areas, and confirming that sterilization documentation is complete and accurate. End
‑of
‑shift duties may also include communicating critical information to the next day shift, securing work areas, and assisting with department readiness for next
‑day operations. This position directly supports safe patient care across clinical and satellite areas, including operative suites, by maintaining compliance with infection prevention standards and ensuring the timely availability of sterile supplies.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Good organizational skills
• Good time management skills
• Demonstrates good judgement in performing duties and conflict resolution.
• Utilizes effective judgment and decision making when performing duties
• Communicates pertinent information to the patients or appropriate staff in a timely manner.
• Maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.
• Adapts to change in a positive, constructive manner

Nice To Haves

• 2 years of sterile processing experience or graduation from accepted course in Sterile Processing or Surgical Technology
• Certification through one of the following: Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)International Association Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM), Certified Sterile Processing Department Technican (CSPDT), Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution(CBSPD), Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor (CFER), CBSPD

Responsibilities

• Performs general and specialized instrument care duties.
• Provides supplies as needed for surgical procedures.
• Disassembles and cleans critical reusable medical equipment in accordance with Manufacturer’s Instructions For Use (MIFU).
• Inspects, packages, and reassembles surgical instruments and trays according to established priority.
• Practices High Level Disinfection, Pre-Vaccuum Sterilization, Gravity Displacement Sterilization, and Hydrogen Peroxide Plasma Sterilization techniques in accordance with MIFUs.
• Practices record keeping and document control as defined in Standard Operating Procedures, policies, and recommendations from regulatory bodies.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees