Sterile Processing Technician III

About the Role

A knowledgeable Sterile Processing Technician is needed to support department operations, perform sterilization tasks, and ensure safety standards are met.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, clean, and decontaminate reusable instruments per manufacturer guidelines, logging items manually.
• Operate cleaning and decontamination machinery, including washers and sterilizers.
• Inspect, assemble, and sterilize surgical instruments, preparing trays and monitoring sterilization settings.
• Assist in department operations, organize workflow, and address customer needs, possibly leading in the absence of the SPD Manager.
• Stay current with medical instrument processing through education and participation in hospital committees.
• Support staff training, conduct competency testing, and may serve as charge person to manage workflow and safety.
• Communicate effectively with staff, OR personnel, and managers to ensure smooth operations and accurate documentation.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and use resources for decision-making and problem resolution.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Minimum of three years' experience in Sterile Processing.
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) required.
• Must obtain Certified Endoscopy Reprocessor (CER) certification within one year if not already held.
• Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) preferred.