Sterile Processing Technician SPT 1119 MC#01

Job Title: Sterile Processing Technician
Location: Cincinnati OH 45219
Assignment Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: 5x8 - Evenings (3:00 PM 11:30 PM)

Pay: $1342 Weekly Gross

Position Overview

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the decontamination cleaning sterilization and preparation of surgical instruments trays equipment and supplies. This role ensures adherence to strict infection control standards and supports surgical services by maintaining accurate records assembling case carts and ensuring timely delivery of properly sterilized items.

Key Responsibilities

Decontamination & Cleaning:

• Disassemble clean and disinfect reusable instruments and patient-care equipment using correct manual and mechanical procedures.

• Operate decontamination equipment such as sonic washers cart washers washer sterilizers and decontaminators.

• Follow universal precautions including required PPE.

• Retrieve reusable instruments from designated areas and return them to Sterile Processing.

Preparation & Assembly:

• Unload washer sterilizers and distribute instruments to appropriate workstations.

• Assemble instrument trays and packs per written instructions and standardized protocols.

• Inspect instruments for proper functionality and sharpness.

• Identify and label all packaged items accurately.

• Apply sterilization wrappers correctly to maintain sterile integrity.

• Use heat sealers as needed.

Sterilization Processes:

• Load and operate sterilizers selecting appropriate cycles and parameters.

• Demonstrate knowledge of steam Sterrad and other sterilization methods.

• Document sterilization cycles manually or electronically.

• Perform biological monitoring per department policy.

• Ensure sterile supplies are stored correctly and rotated appropriately.

Operational & Support Duties:

• Monitor equipment for proper functioning.

• Pull supplies and instruments using surgical preference cards.

• Restock rotate and maintain sterile storage areas.

• Perform final quality control checks before items leave the department.

• Restock and manage procedural carts.

• Respond to OR and PACU supply requests as needed.

• Assist with training new staff.

• Participate in emergency codes when required.

• Attend required meetings and in-services.

• Follow department guidelines for sterility and workflow.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 2 years of Central Service/Sterile Processing experience.

• Ability to recognize and memorize a wide variety of surgical instruments.

• Knowledge of sterilization procedures equipment and infection control practices.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.

Required Certifications

• CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) required.

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