Sterile Processing Tech

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Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Certification in central sterile processing
• Firm understanding of sterilization and high‑level disinfection technologies
• Minimum of 2 years prior experience in instrument processing
• BCLS certification at time of hire

Responsibilities

• Ability to set priorities
• Ability to communicate well with coworkers
• Ability to organize and remain compliant with maintenance logs and schedules for equipment
• Track, trend, and report damaged instruments
• Maintain compliance with AAMI and TJC standards for CSPD
• Ensures properly prepared instrumentation on a daily basis and in an organized and timely manner
• Adheres to all policies and procedures
• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and competence of designated skills identified for position
• Completes competencies and competency checklists for ongoing education and training
• Demonstrates knowledge of current standards and best practices as they relate to CSPD
• Cleans and/or disinfects instruments and equipment after use and returns it to the proper area, in appropriate sequence, for storage and/or processing when applicable
• Differentiates sterilization and disinfection methods required for specific instruments and equipment
• Demonstrates ability to understand and use sterilizers, high‑level disinfectors, instrument washers, ultrasonic cleaners and other designated processors
• Completes all documentation to ensure the availability of accurate and up to date information in accordance with established standards
• Cleans, disinfects, packages, and sterilizes instruments and equipment and maintains the functions of the instrument processing area/department
• Maintains area/department in an orderly/organized fashion
• Adheres to established facility safety requirements and procedures to ensure a safe working environment. Consistently dons appropriate PPE
• Follows established facility policies and procedures with regard to attendance
• Performs all other duties as assigned by manager

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