Central Processing Tech I

spectrumhealth; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

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Job summary

Corewell Health's Royal Oak Hospital is seeking a CPD Technician to inspect, disinfect, assemble and distribute sterile instruments for surgical services. You will ensure labeling accuracy and compliance with AAMI standards, while supporting a high-volume workflow in a Level I trauma environment. The role emphasizes meticulous instrument differentiation, quality control, and professional customer service.

Evening shifts from 3 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent Required.
• Successful completion of sterile processing program (internal or external) Required.
• CSPDT certification within 1 year Required.
• CRCST certification within 1 year Required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, disinfect, assemble, process and distribute patient care instruments, equipment and supplies per policies and AAMI standards.
• Act as a role model and resource to peers regarding processing of equipment, instruments and supplies.
• Store, rotate and ensure all instruments and supplies are correctly labeled.
• Prioritize processing based on surgical schedules and physician needs.
• Differentiate instrument functionality and monitor sterilization equipment; submit repair requests as needed.
• Ensure timely, professional handling of all customer area requests.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Successful completion of sterile processing program (internal or external)

Certified Sterile Processing Distribution Tech (CSPDT) - CBSPD - Certification Board for Sterile Processing & Distribution within 1 year

Registered Central Services Technician, Certified (CRCST) - IAHCSMM - International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management within 1 year

Job description

Corewell Health is offering up to $3,000 as a sign on bonus for this opportunity!

About the unit

William Beaumont University Hospital is a Level I Trauma, Academic Medicine facility. The Central Processing Department (CPD) supports Surgical Services, as well as other departments by providing sterile instrumentation for surgical and other procedures. CPD Technicians maintain and sterilize a variety of instrumentation from surgical specialties such as Open Heart, Neurosurgery and Robotic procedures. CPD Technician is the first point in care of the surgical patient by ensuring sterile instrumentation in good working order. As such, the CPD Technician must have knowledge of complex instrumentation and the industry standards, as well as staying abreast of everchanging technology of surgical instrumentation.

About Royal Oak Hospital

Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the #2 hospital in Michigan and one of the top hospitals in the country. It is a major academic and referral center with Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma designations. The advanced capabilities and clinical expertise within this center have earned it Magnet designation four consecutive times and has the distinct honor of housing Michigan's first Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence.

Scope of work

Responsible for inspecting, disinfecting, assembling, processing and distributing patient care instruments, equipment and supplies in accordance with established policies, procedures and Association of Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) standards. Acts as a role model and resource to peers and other members of the health care team related to processing of equipment, instruments, and supplies. Stores, rotates and ensures all instruments and supplies are correctly labeled.

Instrument Processing & Sterilization

• Cleans and inspects soiled instruments using proper PPE.
• Tests equipment with tools like insulation and leak testers to ensure sterilization.
• Assembles instruments per established standards and IFUs.

Quality & Accuracy

• Strives for zero defects through thorough inspections.
• Maintains a low error rate and high productivity.

Team Support & Communication

• Serves as a role model and resource for peers.
• Responds to phone requests and departmental issues professionally.

Workflow & Prioritization

• Prioritizes processing based on surgical schedules and physician needs.
• Handles vendor trays and complex instrumentation efficiently.

Technical Proficiency

• Differentiates instrument functionality and specialties.
• Monitors sterilization equipment and submits repair requests as needed.
• Expertly assembles high-complexity trays like implants and ambulatory kits.

Customer Service

• Ensures timely, professional handling of all customer area requests.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent Required
• Successful completion of sterile processing program (internal or external) Required
• Certified Sterile Processing Distribution Tech (CSPDT) - CBSPD - Certification Board for Sterile Processing & Distribution within 1 year Required Or
• Registered Central Services Technician, Certified (CRCST) - IAHCSMM - International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management within 1 year Required

How Corewell Health cares for you

Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here .

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Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance

Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

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Primary Location

SITE - Royal Oak Hospital - 3601 W 13 Mile Rd - Royal Oak

Department Name

Sterile Processing South Tower - Royal Oak Hosp

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Evening (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

3 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

Variable weekends

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard t