Sterile Processing Aide — On-Call (Rotating Shifts)

Cape Cod Healthcare; Hyannis (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis, MA is seeking a Sterile Processing professional to ensure proper decontamination, preparation, storage, and sterilization of surgical instruments and supplies. This role supports SPD operations and requires adherence to safety and quality standards.

The position involves rotating evenings/nights, on-call duties, and working in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential for success in this department.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• High School Education or GED.
• Basic Computer skills.
• Good interpersonal skills, concise by phone, intercom and in person.
• Successful completion of Medical Terminology course OR successful passage of CCH Medical Terminology challenge exam.
• Must have one of the following: Anatomy & Physiology course or CCH Anatomy Exam or SPD Technician Certification.
• Three years recent SPD experience.
• Must take and maintain SPD Technician Certification exam within specified timeline.

Responsibilities

• Identifies and uses appropriate methods to decontaminate instruments and clinical equipment.
• Sort, disassemble, decontaminate, rinse and disinfect instruments.
• Assemble instrumentation using count sheets and label instruments.
• Properly protect, wrap/containerize and label instruments.
• Handle, store and distribute sterile supplies and equipment to customers.
• Operate SPD equipment including steam, ETO, Sterrad and Steris I sterilizers, cart washers and ultrasonic cleaners.
• Maintain inventory and communicate supply issues promptly.
• Serve as a resource to SPD customers and participate in training and meetings.

Skills

English literacy

Basic computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Terminology course

SPD Technician Certification

Surgical Instrument Processor Certification

Anatomy & Physiology course

Job description

Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis, MA is seeking a Sterile Processing professional to ensure proper decontamination, preparation, storage, and sterilization of surgical instruments and supplies. This role supports SPD operations and requires adherence to safety and quality standards.

The position involves rotating evenings/nights, on-call duties, and working in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential for success in this department.