Sterile Processing Technician Internship

About the role

The Sterile Processing Technician Clinical Hours Program provides structured, supervised clinical training for newly graduated or provisionally certified Sterile Processing Technicians who must complete 400 hours of hands-on clinical experience to fulfill certification requirements and demonstrate competency in the safe processing of reusable medical devices. During the 12-week clinical training program, participants are per diem employees who are expected to adhere to all departmental rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and established work practices.

Responsibilities

• Decontamination of surgical instruments, medical devices, endoscopes, and sterile supplies
• Inspection of instruments and devices
• Assembly of instrument sets
• Sterilization processes
• Storage and distribution of sterile supplies
• Maintaining compliance with applicable infection prevention and patient safety standards

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Completion of a sterile processing course required
• Experience: Entry level, none required
• Licensure and/or Certification: Certification (HSPA or CBSPD) will become required within 6 months of completion of program

Skills

• Excellent customer service skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in groups
• Attention to detail; proven ability to follow instructions
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Computer skills required
• Ability to maintain confidential information

Pay

$20.00 - $20.00 per hour

Schedule

Per diem; variable shifts; variable hours