Sterile Processing Technician

Med/Surg Hospital; Canada; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Canada is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician responsible for decontaminating, cleaning, assembling, packaging, and sterilizing surgical instruments. Ideal candidates should have an AHA CPR/AED certification, an accredited Central Sterile Processing program completion, and at least one year of instrument prep experience in a hospital setting. The role requires organizational skills and the ability to perform physical tasks. This position offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Current American Heart Association (AHA) CPR/AED.
• Completion of an accredited Central Sterile Processing program or Surgical Technician Program.
• Must possess Central Service Processing Certification within one year of hire.
• Minimum one year instrument prep experience in hospital sterile processing.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, assemble, package, and sterilize surgical instruments.
• Prepare case carts and other related duties as assigned.

Skills

AHA CPR/AED Certification

Skill in handling delicate instruments

Organized work ethic

Education

Completion of an accredited Central Sterile Processing program

Current Central Service Processing Certification

Job description

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the decontamination, cleaning, assembly, packaging and sterilization of surgical instruments and trays, preparation of case carts and other related duties as assigned

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Current American Heart Association (AHA) CPR/AED.
• Completion of an accredited Central Sterile Processing program and/or Surgical Technician Program.
• Current Central Service Processing Certification or Certified Operating Room Technician preferred. Must possess within one year of hire.
• Minimum one year instrument prep in acute hospital sterile processing experience or equivalent.
• Skill based knowledge in safely handling delicate, precision instruments for processing.
• Organized work, able to work quickly and efficiently in a demanding environment.
• Capable of safely performing functions indigenous to the position including sitting for long periods of time, mobility, lifting, squatting, reaching over head, and repetitive use of the upper extremities. It is the policy of Casa Colina Hospital to provide reasonable accommodations.