Spd Tech 2 - Certified
About The Position
The Sterile Processing Technician supports patient safety and surgical efficiency by decontaminating, sterilizing, assembling, inspecting, documenting, and storing medical instruments and equipment. The role supports infection control and positive patient outcomes across clinical areas by following established sterile processing procedures and protocols. The technician processes surgical instruments and supplies; inspects instruments for cleanliness, alignment, and function; identifies missing or malfunctioning items; and maintains equipment used for cleaning and sterilization. The role also operates sterilizers and decontamination equipment, uses proper loading and unloading procedures, and returns processed instruments and equipment to appropriate locations. Success in the role requires attention to detail, organization, communication, self-motivation, adaptability, and a strong commitment to sterile technique and patient safety.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Basic Life Support (CPR) certification within 30 days.
- Six to twelve months of related experience.
- Attention to detail and strong organizational and communication skills.
- Commitment to sterile technique and patient safety; self-motivation and adaptability.
Nice To Haves
- Certified and Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST), Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Supervisor, Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician, or Certified Sterile Processing Distribution Technician.
Responsibilities
- Clean, package, label, process, and store clean and sterile supplies according to proper procedures.
- Sort and assemble surgical instruments according to lists and arrange them in appropriate instrument trays.
- Separate delicate and basic instruments, electrical cords, and cables, and process them according to established procedures.
- Identify and process special instruments and equipment, such as power equipment and scopes.
- Inspect instruments for cleanliness, alignment, and function; check for missing parts and straighten malleable instruments.
- Report malfunctioning, missing, and broken instrumentation to appropriate personnel.
- Clean and maintain ultrasonic machines, washer decontaminators, and steam, hydrogen peroxide, and Ethylene Oxide sterilizers.
- Operate sterilizers, washer decontaminators, and ultrasonic cleaners using proper loading and unloading procedures.
- Store sterilized products in the SPD sterile area and return processed instruments, trays, and equipment to appropriate locations.
- Maintain accurate documentation, test equipment, and manage inventory according to protocols.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
