Certified Sterile Processing Technician

University of Michigan Health-West; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Michigan Health-West is seeking a Certified Sterile Processing Technician I for the Sterile Processing Department. The role supports decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization and storage of instruments, with oversight of sterilization equipment and daily BI/Bowie-Dick testing.

Evening shift, 40 hours per week, with on-call rotation for weekends/holidays. Under supervision, you will ensure compliance with standards, maintain accurate records, and assist in inventory

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Certified Sterile Processing Technician certification required.
• Proficient with MS Office and data-entry web apps.
• Ability to read and follow instructions for cleaning/sterilizing proprietary instruments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must work with urgency while maintaining accuracy.
• Adhere to all rules, guidelines and standards of practice.

Responsibilities

• Complete all tasks at each SPD workstation.
• Prioritize workload per department needs.
• Clean and sort soiled instruments and equipment per standards.
• Operate washer, cart washer, ultrasonic cleaner, scope reprocessor, sterilizers, and computer.
• Record BI and Bowie-Dick test results daily with tracking software.
• Assemble instrument sets per counts and manufacturer instructions; inspect instruments.
• Notify SPD/OR staff of missing information and support on shift handovers.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with stock management.
• Keep the SPD clean and organized.
• Perform other duties as assigned by SPD leadership.

Skills

High school diploma/GED

Certified Sterile Processing Tech

MS Office proficiency

Read/manufacturer instructions

Communication skills

Urgency with accuracy

Compliance with standards

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Sterile Processing Technician

Tools

Instrument tracking software

Job description

Certified Sterile Processing Technician - Sterile Processing Department * Evening 40hrs/wk

Shift: Evenings

General Summary:

Under direct supervision, and according to established procedures, polices and regulations, the Certified Sterile Processing Technician I performs technical work involved in decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, sterile storage and distribution of surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies. Ensures proper monitoring of sterilization equipment. Occasionally works overtime, rotating weekends and holidays and must take call on a rotating basis for weekends and holidays.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Current Certification as Sterile Processing Technician required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and various web-based programs for data entry.
• Ability to read and understand manufacturer instructions for the cleaning and sterilization of proprietary instruments and equipment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work with a sense of urgency while maintaining accuracy.
• Follow set rules, guidelines and standards of practice.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

1. Completes all tasks required at each workstation in SPD.
2. Prioritizes the workload based on the need of departments.
3. Cleans and sorts all soiled instrumentation, drills, scopes and other medical equipment entering the decontamination area based on standards and manufacturer’s instructions. Adheres to Universal/Standard Precautions and department dress code to at all times.
4. Operates the washer decontaminator, cart washer, ultrasonic cleaner, automated scope reprocessor, all sterilizers, and computer.
5. Performs proper principals and strict techniques for sterilization. Maintains daily records of testing results of Biological Indicators (BI’s) and BOWIE-DICK tests via instrument tracking software. Reads BI’s at the appropriate times.
6. Ensures proper assembly, and packages instrument sets according to count sheets, standards, and manufacturer’s instructions. Inspects all instruments for good working condition. Uses appropriate chemical indicators for sterilization method. Maintains an error rate that is below 2.0% per month for tray accuracy.
7. Assists in additional duties that are identified by SPD Lead Technician, SPD Supervisor, OR Manager and/or Surgical Services Director.
8. Communicates missing instrument information to appropriate SPD and OR staff. Provides effective report to the employee assuming responsibilities on the next shift.
9. Reviews inventory stock/ non-stock supplies, and implants. Helps maintain appropriate par levels and notifies SPD Lead or SPD Supervisor of low levels of inventory.
10. Assists in keeping the SPD clean and organized.
11. Performs other duties as assigned. These may include but are not limited to: Maintaining a current knowledge base of department processes, protocols and procedures, pursuing self-directed learning and continuing education opportunities, and participating on committees, task forces, and work groups as determined by management.

Requisition #: req12685

FTE status: 1

On-call: Yes

Weekends: No