CS/Sterile Processing Technician

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Seattle, WA, is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to ensure patient safety by decontaminating, sterilizing, and assembling instruments and packs according to strict aseptic protocols.

You will support inventory, recordkeeping, and safety practices across decontamination, sterilization, and assembly steps, contributing to high-quality care in a dynamic hospital environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum one year in a healthcare or hospital setting OR graduation from a sterile processing training program.
• CRCST certification preferred is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment according to protocols.
• Inspect, assemble, and package instruments, trays, and packs.
• Maintain accurate records and monitor instrument inventory.

Skills

Attention to detail

Aseptic techniques

Basic microbiology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Sterile processing training program

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As a Sterile Processing Technician, you will be a central figure ensuring patient safety and surgical readiness, meticulously decontaminating and sterilizing surgical instruments and equipment. You will play a vital role in maintaining the highest aseptic standards and preventing infection.

As a Sterile Processing Technician, you will be a central figure ensuring patient safety and surgical readiness, meticulously decontaminating and sterilizing surgical instruments and equipment. You will play a vital role in maintaining the highest aseptic standards and preventing infection.

Every day, you will efficiently inspect and assemble surgical instruments, equipment, trays, and packs according to prescribed protocols, rotating through decontamination, sterilization, and assembly assignments. You will also assist in recordkeeping, monitor equipment, manage inventory, report issues, dispense supplies, and actively prioritize safety, adhering to all health and safety procedures.

To be successful in this role, you will combine meticulous attention to detail, a strong understanding of aseptic techniques and basic microbiology, and unyielding adherence to health and safety procedures. You will thrive in a dynamic medical environment, dedicated to continuous learning, evidence-based practices, and contributing to impeccable patient care.

Job Requirements

Required

• A high school diploma or GED
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in a healthcare of hospital setting OR graduation from a sterile processing training program

Preferred

• Current certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) by the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award winning health systems in Washington state - CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers. At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region.

Pay Range

$31.35 - $45.84 / hour