Sterile Processing Technician

Job Summary:

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the proper care and reprocessing of surgical instrumentation to ensure a sterile environment for surgical procedures. This role includes disassembly, decontamination, inspection, testing, assembly, packaging, labeling, and sterilization of instruments. The technician operates cleaning and sterilization equipment, manages supply inventory, prepares case carts for surgery, and maintains quality control and documentation. The position requires a commitment to quality and customer service and includes working varied shifts with on-call duties as needed.

• Care for and reprocess surgical instruments including disassembly, decontamination, disinfection, inspection, testing, assembly, packaging, labeling, and sterilization.
• Operate ultrasonic cleaners, washers, sterilizers, and other related equipment.
• Complete quality monitoring and ensure accurate documentation of processes.
• Prepare surgical case carts by picking supplies and instruments as needed.
• Assist with supply inventory management and conduct clinic instrument rounds.
• Perform duties with a focus on excellence in quality and customer service.
• Adhere to department guidelines for on-call report-back times and perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Current Sterile Processing Certification from a nationally recognized organization such as CRCST (Healthcare Sterile Processing Association) or CPSPDT (Certified Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution).
• Experience in sterile processing or related field preferred (minimum 1 year recommended).

• Experience with inventory management and surgical case cart preparation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance.

• Must be available to work every other Saturday and holidays on a rotating basis.
• May include day, evening, night, weekend, holiday, and/or on-call hours.
• Adherence to departmental on-call report-back time policies is required.

• Evening shift from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM, Monday through Friday.
• Every other Saturday and holiday rotation required.