Sterile Processing Technician

Highmark Health•Pittsburgh, PA

11d

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Technician decontaminates, cleans, assembles, sterilizes, and distributes surgical instruments and equipment. The role ensures instruments and equipment are properly processed and available for procedural and patient care areas in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulatory standards. It applies sterile processing principles to help maintain a safe and effective healthcare environment and uphold quality standards. The position also supports infection control and workplace safety, maintains sterilization records and an organized work area, prioritizes urgent delivery requests, and assists with training new employees. Employees must comply with the company’s ethical and legal standards, Code of Business Conduct, HIPAA privacy requirements, and information security policies.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
CRCST or CSPDT certification at hire. This requirement does not apply to Sterile Processing Technicians employed by a healthcare facility on or before 12/29/2020.
An active CST or TSC certification held by a Surgical Technologist meets the certification requirement.
One year of experience in sterile processing.

Responsibilities

Receive and sort contaminated instruments and equipment from various departments.
Disassemble instruments and clean them using appropriate cleaning agents and equipment.
Inspect cleaned instruments for cleanliness, proper function, and damage.
Assemble instrument sets according to established count sheets and tray lists.
Wrap or package instruments and sets for sterilization.
Monitor sterilization cycles and interpret printouts to confirm required sterilization parameters were met.
Follow safety and infection control policies, procedures, and protocols, and use personal protective equipment as required.
Operate and maintain automated washing and decontamination equipment and troubleshoot minor issues.
Load and operate sterilization equipment and troubleshoot minor issues as needed.
Document sterilization cycles and maintain accurate records.
Deliver sterile items to requesting departments in a timely manner and prioritize urgent requests.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Assist in training new employees on department procedures and equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned or requested.
Comply with applicable laws, company policies, training requirements, HIPAA privacy requirements, and information security guidelines.