Sterile Processing Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Clinical knowledge.
• Proficiency with computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including timely communication of pertinent information to patients or appropriate staff.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Conflict-resolution skills and sound judgment.
• Ability to adapt positively and constructively to change.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including potential 24/7, weekend, holiday, and on-call availability, and to travel throughout and between facilities.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of sterile processing experience or graduation from an accepted course in sterile processing or surgical technology.
• Certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) through IAHCSMM.
• Certification as a Certified Sterile Processing Department Technician (CSPDT) through CBSPD.
• Certification as a Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor (CFER) through CBSPD.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cleaned, prepared, and sterilized equipment and supplies are available for surgical procedures.
• Receive, clean, distribute, and store medical instruments and equipment.
• Support direct patient care in clinical and satellite operations and operative suites.
• Perform general and specialized instrument care duties.
• Provide supplies needed for surgical procedures.
• Disassemble and clean critical reusable medical equipment according to the manufacturer's Instructions for Use.
• Inspect, package, and reassemble surgical instruments and trays according to established priority.
• Perform high-level disinfection, pre-vacuum sterilization, gravity displacement sterilization, and hydrogen peroxide plasma sterilization according to manufacturers’ instructions.
• Maintain records and document control in accordance with standard operating procedures, policies, and regulatory recommendations.
• Adapt behavior and communication to the patient population, including respecting privacy, explaining services or procedures appropriately, and requesting permission.
• Remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory agency requirements, and ensure compliance.
• Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

• Up to $5,000 sign-on bonus.