Certified Sterile Processing Tech

Responsible for decontamination, cleaning, processing, and sterilization of supplies and equipment dispensed by the department and following infection control practices.

• Runs biological and chemical tests at beginning of day and records in appropriate log. Runs test packs sterilizer load and records results. 


• Receives and cleans soiled instruments and other usable patient supply items in decontamination area. Assembles packages and sterilizes all instruments and equipment.


• Sorts all sterile items, stores in proper place, and organizes sterile supplies. Complies with PPE requirements. 


• Effective and efficient use of equipment, supplies and people. Identifies inefficiencies and inaccuracies, responding appropriately. Actively participates in departmental/facility PI activities. Works to ensure the department meets regulatory standards. 


• Provides services to other areas of hospital and keeps logs. Acts as a resource and provides education on sterilization to hospital.


• Performs related duties as required. 

Required:

• Education:
  
  
  
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  
  


• Experience: Up to 1 year of work experience required.


• Certifications/Registrations/Licenses:  
  
  
  
  • Sterile Processing certification required through IAHCSMM or CBSPD. 
  
  
  • American Heart Association BLS CPR certification required.