Sterile Processing Specialist

Under direct supervision, cares, handles and stores instruments, supplies and equipment necessary for surgery and processed goods for redistribution throughout the Medical Center. Assists Sterile Processing Specialists with various team lead duties, such as maintaining competencies.

GBMC Health Care is seeking dedicated Sterile Processing Specialists to join our team. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring the safe processing, sterilization, storage, and distribution of surgical instruments, endoscopes, and medical equipment that directly support patient care throughout the organization.

Whether you are an experienced Sterile Processing professional or an emerging technician looking to advance your skills, we offer opportunities to grow within a collaborative and patient-focused environment.

Position Summary The Sterile Processing Specialist is responsible for the decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, storage, and distribution of surgical instrumentation and medical supplies. This position supports the Operating Room, Woman’s outpatient center , many other clinical departments throughout the hospital by ensuring instruments are processed accurately in accordance with regulatory requirements, infection prevention standards, IFU’s, and departmental procedures.

Sterile Processing Specialist II is advanced level position requiring demonstrated technical proficiency, independent decision making, and the ability to serve as a resource for their team members. Specialist II’s may assume additional responsibilities related to inventory, specialty trays, mentoring, troubleshooting, and helping the lead when applicable.

Education High School Diploma or GED required

Associate Degree preferred

Completion of an accredited Central Sterile Processing Program required

Experience

Sterile Processing Specialist ISterile Processing, healthcare, instrumentation, or related experience preferred

Sterile Processing Specialist IIMinimum of two (2) years of Sterile Processing or instrumentation experience required

Demonstrated proficiency in decontamination, assembly, sterilization, instrumentation management, and workflow coordination

Demonstrated ability to independently identify and resolve routine instrumentation and workflow issues

Licensure & Certifications Required Certified  Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification

Required for Specialist II Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) certification

Skills & Abilities Strong organizational skills with the ability to coordinate and prioritize workload

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions and changing priorities

Knowledge of sterilization, decontamination, and infection prevention practices

Analytical skills necessary to identify instrumentation issues and perform minor preventative maintenance

Proficiency with computer systems and software applications including Microsoft Office and instrument tracking systems (i.e SPM)
Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively with surgical teams and clinical staff

Ability to demonstrate accountability for assigned responsibilities and workload

Ability to adapt to changing surgical schedules, staffing needs, and departmental priorities

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Perform decontamination, inspection, assembly, and sterilization of various instruments and trays according to the department standards.

Select and prepare appropriate packaging materials; accurately label and document sterilized items.

Operate, monitor, clean, test, and troubleshoot sterilization equipment.

Perform and document chemical, biological, and mechanical sterilization monitoring.

Accurately pick supplies, instruments, and equipment…