Perioperative Services Technician

Position Summary

The Perioperative Services Technician supports daily operations within the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) and Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC).

Schedule

Schedule: Full-time position supporting ASC surgical operations. Schedule may vary based on surgical volume and facility needs.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform sterile processing duties including decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, and storage of surgical instruments and supplies.
• Follow established standards for cleaning, disinfecting, sterilizing, and maintaining surgical instrumentation.
• Prepare surgical trays and instrument sets according to scheduled procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation of sterilization processes, biological monitoring, and quality checks.
• Ensure sterile supplies and instruments are properly stored and available for surgical cases.
• Assist with inventory management and restocking of supplies as needed.

ASC Operating Room Support

• Perform efficient operating room turnovers between surgical cases, including cleaning, restocking, and preparing rooms for the next patient.
• Assist with picking surgical cases by gathering required instruments, supplies, implants, and equipment according to preference cards and scheduled procedures.
• Support surgical teams by opening sterile supplies and preparing the sterile field while maintaining aseptic technique.
• Assist with patient positioning under the direction of the surgical team, following safety protocols and proper positioning guidelines.
• Help transport and organize surgical equipment and supplies to support daily case flow.
• Maintain readiness of operating rooms by ensuring necessary supplies and equipment are available.
• Communicate effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia staff, and other ASC team members to support efficient workflow.
• Follow all infection prevention, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Current certification as a Sterile Processing Technician (CSPDT, CRCST, or equivalent preferred).
• Previous experience working in Sterile Processing, Operating Room, or Ambulatory Surgery Center environment preferred.
• Knowledge of surgical instruments, sterile technique, and operating room procedures.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced surgical environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.
• Ability to work collaboratively with surgical staff and maintain professional communication.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, move, and transport supplies, equipment, and instrument trays.
• Ability to assist with patient positioning and surgical room preparation.
• Ability to work in a clinical environment requiring adherence to strict infection control practices.