Sterile Process Tech - RDS - SMC

About the role

The Sterile Processing Technician supports the operating room team by preparing and delivering medical/surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment; cleaning, packaging, and processing surgical equipment; maintaining inventory and storage; managing computer applications for sterilization tracking; and operating/troubleshooting power equipment such as autoclaves, washer disinfectors, and ultrasonic cleaners.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver medical/surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment for surgical procedures.
• Clean, package, and process surgical equipment and instrumentation.
• Maintain inventory and storage of supplies in the core.
• Manage multiple computer applications to assist with sterilization tracking and processes.
• Operate and troubleshoot power equipment to process instruments, such as autoclaves, washer disinfectors, and ultrasonic cleaners.

Requirements

• Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) Certification as a Central Processing Technician (CRCST) within 18 months of hire.
• Must be 18 years of age prior to start date.
• Ability to frequently lift/carry 25 pounds or more, with occasional work above shoulder level.
• One year of experience required for travelers.

Qualifications

• Preferred two years of experience in the handling and sterilization processing of surgical/medical/dental instrumentation within the past four years, or a vocational certificate as Central Service Technician or Patient Care Assistant within the last two years.
• Alternatively, at least two years of experience as a Central Service Technician or Patient Care Assistant in an acute care setting within the last five years.
• Preferred knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting.
• Proven ability to communicate with a variety of people in a direct, empathetic, and articulate manner.
• Demonstrated patient-centered and customer-focused communication skills.

Schedule

8‑hour shifts, 2300‑0730, Sunday‑Thursday; 8‑hour shifts, 2300‑0730, Monday‑Friday.