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STERILE PROCESSING AIDE

Valhalla, NY · On-site

$17/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time STERILE PROCESSING AIDE positions. * Location : Westchester Medical Center - 100 Woods Road, Valhalla, NY 10595 Note: online applications accepted only.

Riverside Health System Non-Providers

$18.20 - $23.68/hr

Multiple shifts available Overview Works under the supervision of Sterile Processing leadership. Is responsible for all aspects of instrument preparation, sterilization procedures, and providing ...

Riverside

$18.20 - $23.68/hr

Multiple shifts available Overview Works under the supervision of Sterile Processing leadership. Is responsible for all aspects of instrument preparation, sterilization procedures, and providing ...

Riverside

Sterile Processing Aide

Williamsburg, VA · On-site

$18.20 - $23.68/hr

Overview Works under the supervision of Sterile Processing leadership. Is responsible for all aspects of instrument preparation, sterilization procedures, and providing optimum care to all patients.

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Sterile processing aides are healthcare workers responsible for cleaning, decontaminating, sterilizing, and preparing medical instruments and equipment for use in surgeries and other medical procedures. They work in hospitals, clinics, and surgical centers to ensure that all tools are safe and free from harmful microorganisms. Their duties include sorting used instruments, operating sterilization equipment, and maintaining inventory of sterile supplies. Sterile processing aides play a crucial role in preventing infections and supporting patient safety.

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To thrive as a Sterile Processing Aide, you need knowledge of sterilization techniques, infection control standards, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with autoclaves, sterilization equipment, and inventory management systems is typically required, and certification such as CRCST is often preferred. Attention to detail, reliability, and strong organizational skills are important soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure that surgical instruments are properly cleaned and sterilized, supporting patient safety and smooth clinical operations.

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Sterile Processing Aides often face challenges such as maintaining strict adherence to sterilization protocols while working under time constraints, managing large volumes of surgical instruments, and staying updated with evolving infection control standards. To overcome these challenges, it’s important to develop strong organizational skills, communicate clearly with surgical and nursing staff, and participate in ongoing training. Many facilities also provide mentorship and support from senior team members to help new aides adapt quickly and ensure compliance with safety procedures.
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Sterile Processing Aide

Hyannis, MA

Cape Cod Healthcare Inc
Health Care and Social Assistance • 1 - 5K employees

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Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Decontamination
•    Identifies and uses appropriate methods and solutions to decontaminate instruments and clinical equipment.
•    Able to sort, disassemble, decontaminate, rinse and disinfect instruments and clinical equipment.
•    Understands and adheres to proper PPE attire.


Preparing Instruments    
•    Consistently uses count sheets to correctly assemble instrumentation. 
•    Properly protect, wrap/containerize and or peel package and label instruments
•    Identifies and inspects for cleanliness and functionality of instrumentation.


Storage/Distribution
•    Properly handles and stores sterile supplies, equipment and instruments.
•    Accesses Doctor preference cards.
•    Retrieves, disburses and tracks medical and surgical supplies and equipment to the customer in a quality and timely manner.


Sterilization Process
•    Selects appropriate sterilization methods.
•    Understands and adheres to the correct practices of sterilization.  
•    Properly documents and verifies sterilization loads and biological tests to determine the efficiency of the sterilization process.


Equipment
•    Operates and understands the equipment specific to SPD: steam, ETO, Sterrad and Steris I sterilizers, cart washers, washer/disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners and heat sealers as well as a different array of testing devices.


Inventory Control  
•    Understands and implements the processes involved in ordering, receiving, stocking and monitoring usage of surgical supplies.  
•    Communicates supply issues to appropriate personnel in a timely manner.


General
•    Serves as a resource to customers on all SPD functions. 
•    In conjunction with management tracks his/her progress in regards to training, staff meetings and in-service education.
•    Performs duties as a SPD Aide independently, works proficiently without direct supervision.
•    Demonstrates the ability to stand “on call’
•    Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
•    Helps precept new employees (Grades 10, 11a, 12a)
•    Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers.
•    Perform other work-related duties as requested or assigned. 

Qualifications Grade 8, Sterile Processing Aide
•    Ability to read, write and communicate in English
•    High School Education or GED.
•    Basic Computer skills.
•    Good interpersonal skills, being concise by phone, intercom and in person.
•    Successful completion of Medical Terminology course OR successful passage of CCH Medical Terminology challenge exam.
•    Must have 1 of the following:
o    Successful completion of Anatomy & Physiology course (High School level or higher)
o    Successful passage of CCH Anatomy Exam
o    SPD Technician Certification
o    3 years recent (within the past 5 years) SPD experience 
•    Must take the SPD Technician Certification exam within 12 months of hire.
•    Must successfully pass the SPD Technician Certification exam within eighteen (18) months of hire and must maintain certification.

Qualifications Grade 10, Sterile Processing Technician I
Must qualify as a Grade 8 - Sterile Processing Aide.  In addition,
•    1 year experience as a SPD aide
•    SPD Technician Certification

Qualifications Grade 11a, Sterile Processing Technician II
Must qualify as a Grade 10 - Sterile Processing Technician I. In addition,
•    1 Year experience as a SPD Technician
•    Surgical Instrument Processor Certification

Qualifications Grade 12a, Sterile Processing Technician III
Must qualify as a Grade 11a - Sterile Processing Technician II.  In addition,
•    Surgical Instrument Processor Certification and/or Ambulatory Surgery Technician Certification

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