Reprocessing Technician

Disassembles and decontaminates instruments and equipment to ensure safe handling and proper sterilization. Assembles all instruments and implants according to prescribed hospital procedures and techniques. Sterilizes/disinfects instruments, equipment, linen and supplies using various methods of sterilization/high level disinfection. Provides various departments with additional assistance related to STAT case carts, intubation boxes, PAPR, Wound Vacs, etc. Assigned to a variety of duties and functions in all designated positions in the Main Reprocessing department, SDS Reprocessing and GI Reprocessing: independently.

The Reprocessing Technician can follow written and oral instructions, as well as communicate effectively verbally and in legible handwriting. Good eyesight and hearing are required skills. This position implements and maintains established Medical Center, Care Center, department/unit standards, policies, and procedures.

• Assume charge role in the absence of other supervisory personnel.
• Successful completion of orientation.
• Complete competency criteria annually.
• Operate all processing machinery.
• Disassemble and decontaminate instruments and equipment to ensure safe handling and proper sterilization.
• Assemble all instruments and implants according to prescribed hospital procedures and techniques.
• Sterilize/disinfect instruments, equipment, linen and supplies using various methods of sterilization/high level disinfection.
• Assigned to a variety of duties and functions in all designated positions in the Main Reprocessing department, SDS Reprocessing independently.
• This description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

• Required Credential(s):
  • One or more of the following:
    • Certified Central Service Tech credentialed from the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) obtained within 18 months of hire date or job transfer date.
    • Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Tech Certification by the Certification Board For Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) obtained within 18 months of hire date or job transfer date.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) required. Previous C.S. experience preferred.

Entry level

Full-time

Engineering and Information Technology

Hospitals and Health Care