Sterile Processing Technician - SPT 25-34377

NavitsPartners•Barnstable, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) to support surgical services at a healthcare facility in Hyannis, Massachusetts . This role is essential to ensuring patient safety through the proper decontamination, sterilization, preparation, and distribution of surgical instruments and equipment.

Requirements

Sterile Processing Technician (SPT)
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
High school diploma or GED
Basic computer skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Successful completion of a Medical Terminology course or equivalent exam
Required – One of the Following
Anatomy & Physiology course (high school level or higher)
Successful passage of an Anatomy exam
SPD Technician Certification
3 years of recent SPD experience (within the last 5 years)
Certification Requirements
Must successfully pass the SPD Technician Certification exam
SPT Leveling (If Applicable)
SPT I
Meets Sterile Processing Aide qualifications
Minimum 1 year experience as SPD Aide
SPD Technician Certification
SPT II
Meets SPT I qualifications
Minimum 1 year experience as SPD Technician
Surgical Instrument Processor Certification
SPT III
Meets SPT II qualifications
Surgical Instrument Processor Certification and/or Ambulatory Surgery Technician Certification

Responsibilities

Decontamination
Identify and use appropriate methods and solutions to decontaminate instruments and clinical equipment
Sort, disassemble, decontaminate, rinse, and disinfect instruments and equipment
Follow and adhere to proper PPE guidelines
Instrument Preparation
Assemble instrumentation accurately using count sheets
Protect, wrap, containerize, peel-pack, and label instruments properly
Inspect instrumentation for cleanliness and functionality
Storage & Distribution
Handle and store sterile supplies, equipment, and instruments appropriately
Access and follow physician preference cards
Retrieve, distribute, and track medical and surgical supplies efficiently
Sterilization Process
Select appropriate sterilization methods
Adhere to correct sterilization practices and protocols
Document and verify sterilization loads and biological testing results
Equipment Operation
Operate SPD equipment including steam, ETO, Sterrad, and Steris I sterilizers
Use cart washers, washer/disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, heat sealers, and testing devices
Inventory Control
Order, receive, stock, and monitor surgical supply usage
Communicate supply issues promptly to appropriate personnel
General Duties
Serve as a resource to internal customers on SPD functions
Track progress in training, staff meetings, and in-service education
Perform duties independently with minimal supervision
Participate in on-call rotation as required
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
Deliver service excellence to patients, visitors, and coworkers
Perform additional duties as assigned