Central Sterile Processing Technician

UPMC; York (York County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Surgical Instrument Technician responsible for the decontamination, cleaning, and sterilization of surgical instruments. The role requires effective communication, adherence to safety policies, and a commitment to continuous improvement in patient care quality. Eligible candidates may receive a sign-on bonus based on experience.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus up to $5,000

Qualifications

• Knowledge of decontamination and sterilization processes.
• Ability to communicate effectively and document comprehensively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble surgical trays and equipment.
• Maintain knowledge of decontamination/sterilization equipment.
• Monitor and document sterilizer parameters.

Skills

Communication

Mentoring

Problem Solving

Job description

Job Description for Surgical Instrument Technician

To perform duties necessary for the proper decontamination, cleaning, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, distribution, and documentation of reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment according to established procedures.

Eligible candidates will be offered a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 based on their years of experience!

Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job titles based on their experience and education.

Responsibilities:

1. Prepare and assemble surgical tray and equipment following established tray listings for issue, storage, or further processing.
2. Conform and adhere to department policies concerning decontamination, sterile processing, infection control, and safety.
3. Maintain knowledge of, and effectively troubleshoot, all decontamination/sterilization equipment.
4. Perform other related duties as assigned to meet emergency situations.
5. Utilize performance improvement tools and techniques to continuously improve quality of care and work environment, sharing learnings across units.
6. Communicate effectively verbally and in writing, translating information for care providers, negotiating, and recommending changes to unit practices. Document comprehensively to promote communication and demonstrate critical thinking in clinical, social, safety, psychological, and spiritual issues.
7. Build and maintain productive relationships through mentoring, positive communication, and cultural awareness. Address workplace issues like horizontal violence and impairment. Demonstrate accountability for safe work hours, time management, and healthy lifestyles.
8. Support the development of others through mentoring, education, and knowledge sharing. Seek opportunities to share expertise within and beyond the clinical unit.
9. Ensure professional development to improve practice and patient care quality. Participate in change initiatives and lead by fostering healthy relationships and setting priorities.
10. Monitor, interpret, and document sterilizer parameters to ensure proper function.
11. Enhance skills through educational programs and participation.
12. Communicate effectively using good interpersonal skills.
13. Assess supplies needed for surgical procedures, set up case carts, and maintain inventory. Collect, disassemble, inspect, clean, disinfect, and reassemble all instrument trays and patient care equipment.
14. Practice cost containment by optimizing time, motion, and materials.
15. Uphold the organization's Core Values by understanding patient, family, physician, and coworker needs, ensuring responsibilities are completed accurately and timely.
16. Participate in performance improvement activities and team responsibilities.
17. Clean and decontaminate reusable equipment, instruments, and supplies manually and mechanically.