Central Processing Tech I

About the Role

William Beaumont University Hospital is a Level I Trauma, Academic Medicine facility. The Central Processing Department (CPD) supports Surgical Services and other departments by providing sterile instrumentation for surgical and other procedures. CPD Technicians maintain and sterilize a variety of instrumentation from surgical specialties such as Open Heart, Neurosurgery, and Robotic procedures. The CPD Technician is the first point in care of the surgical patient by ensuring sterile instrumentation in good working order, requiring knowledge of complex instrumentation, industry standards, and evolving surgical technology.

Royal Oak Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the #2 hospital in Michigan and one of the top hospitals in the country. It is a major academic and referral center with Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma designations, Magnet designation for four consecutive years, and houses Michigan’s first Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence.

Responsibilities

Responsible for inspecting, disinfecting, assembling, processing, and distributing patient care instruments, equipment, and supplies in accordance with established policies, procedures, and Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) standards. Acts as a role model and resource to peers and other members of the health care team related to processing of equipment, instruments, and supplies. Stores, rotates, and ensures all instruments and supplies are correctly labeled.

• Instrument Processing & Sterilization: Cleans and inspects soiled instruments using proper PPE; tests equipment with tools like insulation and leak testers to ensure sterilization; assembles instruments per established standards and Instructions for Use (IFUs).
• Quality & Accuracy: Strives for zero defects through thorough inspections; maintains a low error rate and high productivity.
• Team Support & Communication: Serves as a role model and resource for peers; responds to phone requests and departmental issues professionally.
• Workflow & Prioritization: Prioritizes processing based on surgical schedules and physician needs; handles vendor trays and complex instrumentation efficiently.
• Technical Proficiency: Differentiates instrument functionality and specialties; monitors sterilization equipment and submits repair requests as needed; expertly assembles high-complexity trays like implants and ambulatory kits.
• Customer Service: Ensures timely, professional handling of all customer area requests.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent — Required
• Successful completion of a sterile processing program (internal or external) — Required
• Certified Sterile Processing Distribution Tech (CSPDT) – CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing & Distribution) within 1 year — Required
• OR Registered Central Services Technician, Certified (CRCST) – IAHCSMM (International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management) within 1 year — Required

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus up to $3,000
• Comprehensive benefits package covering financial, health, and work/life balance goals
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status.

Schedule & Work Details

• Primary Location: Royal Oak Hospital, 3601 W 13 Mile Rd, Royal Oak
• Department: Sterile Processing South Tower – Royal Oak Hospital
• Employment Type: Full time
• Shift: Evening (United States of America)
• Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40
• Hours of Work: 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.
• Days Worked: Monday to Friday
• Weekend Frequency: Variable weekends