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Title: Sterile Processing Technician 

Description:

Performs and participates in decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, scanning,
sterilization, storage and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment. Performs
other duties as assigned or required.

Responsibilities:
• Extensive knowledge regarding processes used in the decontamination, inspection, cleaning,
assembling and packaging of medical/surgical material to include, but not limited to, linen,
instruments and equipment according to established standards and procedures to ensure a
sterile and functioning supply of materials
• Prepare trays for designated areas according to prescribed procedures. Wrap and/or package
items for specified areas according to procedures prescribed for designated areas
• Must be able to operate bar code instrument tracking system
• Dissemble, clean, assemble and test specialty instrumentation and equipment for proper
functioning
• Must be able to differentiate between single-use and reusable items
Decontaminates and sterilizes instruments, medical supplies and equipment, and assembles,
wraps and sterilizes trays of instruments. Follows proper Standard Precautions while in
decontamination and sterilization areas.
Monitors biological and chemical wash solution to ensure quality and consistency for
decontamination of instruments and medical equipment.
Sorts mismatched sets of instruments, trays, and medical equipment and makes them available
to sterile processing customers in a timely manner.
Restocks, labels, and maintains inventory, submits requisitions, collects and distributes
instruments, trays, crash carts, and facility medical equipment.
Performs environmental maintenance duties and assists in maintaining inventory levels in sterile
processing, the operating room, and in equipment storage areas.
Verifies that equipment functions properly, requisitions for equipment maintenance, repair or
replacement, and removes defective equipment.
Maintains a clean work area
Assists with maintaining established departmental policies and procedures, objectives and
quality improvement, safety, and environmental and infection control standards.
Communicates appropriately using good interpersonal skills

Work Environment:
Standing for prolonged periods, frequent walking, reaching (overhead, repetition).
Proficient communication, both auditory and verbal, with colleagues, vendors, and
surgeons. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly.
Must have ability to lift/push/pull > 50lbs
May be exposed to radiation, fumes, chemicals, cold, noise, blood and/or bodily fluids,
infectious diseases

Qualifications
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• State Licensure or certification as a Sterilization Technician, as required by state regulations or
contract specifications
• Sterile Processing Technicians with at least 1 year of experience to work in a fast-paced OR.

Benefits:  

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
• Life Insurance 
• PTO
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
• And more! 

Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity  

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.  This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc.  Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.