Sterile Processing Technician
Shift: Days Shift | 11:00am – 19:30pm
Start Date: Immediate start preferred
Job Summary
The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, inspecting, assembling, sterilizing, and distributing surgical instruments and medical equipment to ensure patient safety and support surgical operations.
Job Duties
- Clean, decontaminate, and disinfect surgical instruments and medical equipment according to established protocols.
- Inspect instruments for cleanliness, functionality, and damage.
- Assemble, wrap, and prepare instrument trays and equipment for sterilization.
- Operate sterilization equipment and monitor sterilization cycles according to established procedures.
- Maintain accurate sterilization records and documentation.
- Store and distribute sterile supplies and instruments to appropriate departments.
- Follow infection prevention guidelines, department policies, and regulatory standards.
- Maintain a clean and organized sterile processing environment.
- Identify and report damaged instruments, equipment issues, or sterilization concerns.
- Ensure instruments and supplies are available to support surgical procedures.
Requirements
- Current, valid Sterile Processing Technician certification required.
- Ability to work overnight shifts, Monday through Friday.
- Strong attention to detail and knowledge of infection prevention practices.
- Ability to follow established sterilization procedures and safety protocols.
- Availability for an immediate start preferred.