Certified Sterile Processing Technician

About the role

Full-Time, Monday–Friday. Under the supervision of the Director of Surgical Services, the sterile processing technician processes instrument trays and other supplies for surgical procedures, dependent on individual experience and per NTMC policy.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and maintains instrument trays for minor and major surgical procedures, applying principles of asepsis and other appropriate guidelines.
• Organizes instruments, equipment, and supplies for easy access and maximum efficiency.
• Ensures that all sterilized items have required sterility monitors to validate effectiveness of sterile processing.
• Maintains accurate records of all sterilization procedures with immediate notification to the director of any variances, suspected or noted.
• Ensures minimal delays in surgical schedule as a result of instrument or equipment management.
• Uses patient transfer devices applying appropriate safety principles.
• Ensures that preventive maintenance and quality controls are provided for sterilization equipment.
• Applies safety procedures, universal precautions, and principles of asepsis in all actions.
• Uses appropriate instrument transport, decontamination, disinfection, and sterilization techniques in the maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrates effective hand washing, performed at task‑appropriate intervals.
• Manages inventory of specific instruments and supplies.
• Coordinates own schedule and priorities with floor coordinator, other department staff, and physicians.
• Maintains awareness of own limitations, seeks guidance from appropriate coworkers.
• Does not accept inappropriate delegated assignments.
• Assists with or performs independently other department functions, such as endoscopy technician and scheduler/secretary.

Skills

• Basic computer skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member, supporting and assisting the team

Schedule

Full‑Time, Monday through Friday.