Certified Sterile Processing Technician

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus eligible

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit seeks a Certified Sterile Processing Technician to inspect, assemble, and evaluate surgical instruments and instrument sets for quality and compliance.

You will operate sterilization equipment, perform decontamination, maintain inventory for case carts, and participate in quality assurance audits to uphold departmental standards and best practices.

Experience with IFUs and instrument tracking systems is preferred; sign-on bonus eligible.

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
• Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, assemble, and evaluate surgical instruments and instrument sets for quality and compliance.
• Operate sterilization equipment and perform decontamination of soiled instruments and containers.
• Maintain inventory levels for case carts and perform quality assurance audits.

Skills

Sterile Processing

Instrument inspection

Quality assurance

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

HSPA Credential

CBSPD Credential

Job description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.

Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

Job Description

• Sign on bonus:Eligible
• Department:Sterile Processing

As a Certified Sterile Processing Technician, you will be responsible for inspecting, assembling, and evaluating all surgical instruments and instrument sets to ensure quality, determine the need for repair or replacement, validate the completeness of sets, and facilitate effective sterilization. You will operate sterilization equipment and inspect instruments, equipment, and containers to ensure cleanliness and proper functioning. Your duties will include performing decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers, and equipment according to instructions for use (IFUs) and established protocols. You will correct instrument sets according to current standards, established count sheets, and/or instrument tracking systems to maintain accuracy and compliance. Additionally, you will maintain proper inventory levels to ensure availability for case carts and perform regular quality assurance program audits of peers to uphold departmental standards and best practices.

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
  • Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
• One or more of the following required.
  • Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

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