Sterile Processing Tech

Department Overview

The Sterile Processing Technician II performs routine maintenance and preparation of instruments, supplies and equipment requiring decontamination and sterilization in a medical facility, as well as all duties performed by the Sterile Processing Technician I.

This is the second level of a three-level series. It is distinguished from the lower level by increased responsibility for the sterilization, assembly, and testing of medical equipment, supplies and instruments. It is distinguished from the higher level by closer supervision and less complex procedures.

• Knowledge in regards to the handling and care of instrumentation, tray preparation, and special procedural items. Assembling all trays processed by the department. Use knowledge of sterilization and infection control principles to properly decontaminate instrumentation and equipment.

• Appropriately operate equipment including, but not limited to, cart washers, decontaminators, computers, ultrasonic, scanners, telephones, and photocopiers.

• Performs routine instrument and equipment quality checks.

• Dispense equipment & instrumentation, Restocking of Carts, Case Cart Picking, assists with Operating Room Turnover, Put aways (instruments, supplies, and equipment). Maintains Patient & Customer Focus.

• Assists with in servicing and orientation of staff, both new and those in assignment rotation. Provides guidance and is a resource for all Sterile Processing Technician I's.

• Maintain records, reports, and patient charges according to established procedures. Maintain a clean and neat work area.

• All duties assigned/performed by a Sterile Processing Technician I.

• All other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• National certification from CBSPD or HSPA (Healthcare Sterile Processing Association), formerly IAHCSMM, is required at time of hire.
• Two years’ experience as a Sterile Processing Technician in an acute care center with primary responsibility for instrumentation processing and sterilization.

• Mt. Hood Community College Sterile Processing class.
• Two years’ experience as a Sterile Processing Technician I; that has completed the following (OHSU SPD employees only) - with manager discretion based on skill-set & job performance.
  • Successful completion of an accredited Sterile Processing training program will allow 1 year of Tech I experience toward Tech II status
  • 6 months training at OHSU w/ preceptor on all job requirements assigned to Tech II classification after successfully completing the 6 months’ probation as a Tech I.
• CBSPD or HSPA

Rotate weekends, work various shifts, work with detergents, enzymes, germiside, and other related chemicals.

All are welcome. Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply.

To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at  or aaeo.