Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Johns Hopkins Intrastaff · Baltimore, MD · 3 mo ago
Consulting$32–$34/hrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Inspect, clean, assemble, and sterilize surgical instrument sets.
- Operate cleaning and sterilization equipment and prepare supplies and instruments for both steam and low-temperature sterilization.
- Accurately perform prep functions including instrument set assembly, wrapping, labeling, and identification of all items processed in SPD.
- Demonstrate knowledge of all instruments and equipment processed through SPD.
- Demonstrate knowledge of proper loading and operation of sterilizers and other equipment.
- Prepare case carts accurately and deliver within adequate time for case setup.
- Promptly store sterile supplies, instruments, and equipment in the proper locations after processing.
- Perform biological testing/sterility assurance tasks accurately.
- Maintain biological test log and other sterilization records keeping.
- Knows procedure for load recall in the event of a positive biological test.
- Responds promptly and positively to all customer requests.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
- One of the following certifications is required:
- CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution)
- Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)
- IAHCSMM (International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management) certification
- CBSPD certification
- Minimum 3 years of experience.
- Must have demonstrated competence in instrument set assembly and sterilization across multiple specialties.
Qualifications
- Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
Skills
- Knowledge of surgical instrument sets and equipment.
- Ability to operate cleaning and sterilization equipment.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Attention to detail.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work in a culturally diverse team with top professionals in healthcare.
- Exposure to cutting-edge technology and groundbreaking medical research.
Pay
Pay Rate: $32.00 - $34.00 Per hour (Based on Experience)
Schedule
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Location
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