Job Description

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the cleaning, decontamination, assembly, sterilization, storage, and distribution of medical and surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies. This role supports patient safety by ensuring all items are processed in accordance with established standards, policies, and manufacturer instructions.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Clean, decontaminate, inspect, assemble, package, sterilize, store, and distribute medical and surgical supplies and equipment according to established protocols and manufacturer instructions for use (IFUs).
• Safely operate and maintain sterile processing equipment in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
• Monitor, interpret, and document physical, chemical, and biological indicators for all sterilization processes.
• Prepare and distribute surgical case carts based on physician preference cards and perioperative needs.
• Receive, inventory, stock, and rotate supplies used to support sterile processing services.
• Follow all safety procedures when handling cleaning agents, supplies, and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of sterile processing work areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of sterile processing experience preferred but not required.
• On-the-job training provided for applicants without prior experience, consisting of online coursework and hands-on training with a preceptor.

Certifications required within one year of hire:

• Central Supply Processing Department Technician (CSPDT) or Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)
• Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS)
• Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER)
• All required certifications must be maintained annually