Certified Sterile Process Tech

General Summary of Position

Performs decontamination, sterilization, and processing of supplies and equipment used during invasive and non-invasive procedures. May be assigned to different areas of Sterile Processing, focusing on a variety of duties which all require the use of state-of-the-art sterile processing methods and strict adherence to established departmental policies and procedures.

• Cleans carts, surgical instruments, power and specialty equipment, and utensils using washer-sterilizers, sonic washers and dryers, per established procedures. Checks equipment to determine proper functioning.
• Sorts, assembles and wraps instruments, specialty equipment and utensils for sterilization, distribution, or storage, according to department standards.
• Checks procedure trays and instrument sets for accuracy, consistency, and condition of instruments, following established protocols. Initials all work performed.
• Assembles and packages linen used for exchange and case carts, test packs and departments. Assists in assembling operating room (OR) case carts, e.g. emergency, eye, etc.
• Sterilizes cleaned, assembled, and wrapped sets and supplies using gas and steam sterilizers and gas aerators.
• Monitors sterilizers, aerators, washer-sterilizers and other equipment for proper functioning and reports malfunctions to appropriate supervisor.
• Inventories/stocks OR section carts, exchange carts and storage cabinets utilizing hand held computers. Removes damaged and/or outdated items, following established policies and procedures.
• Completes daily productivity reports and initials all work performed, as required.
• Attends seminars and in-services to maintain certification and up-to-date knowledge of sterile processing methods and practices.
• May serve as charge and resource person during the absence of the Lead SPD Technician and/or assists with training of SPD personnel, as needed.

• High School Diploma or GED required
• May require up to 1 year of technical or other specialized training.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience required

• Registration by the International Association of Central Service & Materials Management (IAHCSMM) required
• Current certification as Sterile Processing Technician (12 CEU's per year) required

• Requires the ability to read and write; and knowledge of grammar, and arithmetic including fractions and decimals.
• May require the use of standard office/medical equipment (i.e., typewriter, personal computer, data terminal, on-line printer, calculator, telephone, facsimile, copier, sterilizing equipment, blood pressure cuff, or tables); the preparation, comparison or checking of reports, records and related data; and basic use of formulas, charts, tables, drawings and knowledge of their application.

This position has a hiring range of $20.64 - $31.297