Sterile Processing Lead and Instrument Specialist

University of Utah Health

Salt Lake City (UT)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 33,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

University of Utah Health is seeking a sterile processing technician to sterilize and decontaminate surgical instruments for operating rooms and clinics. You will assemble instrument carts, track inventories, and monitor indicators for quality control.

The role requires coordination of daily activities and training of staff, serving as a subject matter expert in sterilization methods. The position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and timely delivery of supplies across hospital departments, with

Qualifications

Three (3) years of sterile processing experience.
Certification as CIS/CER/CHL or CFER/CSIS/CSPM from recognized bodies.
Current CBSPD or HSPA certification is required or in maintenance.

Responsibilities

Prepares and sterilizes surgical instruments and supplies according to established procedures.
Assembles trays and case carts and delivers sterilized supplies to departments.
Inspects instruments for proper functioning and coordinates replenishment of items.
Documents charges for supplies and trays.
Maintains inventory and submits requisitions.
Verifies equipment function and coordinates repairs or replacements as needed.
Assists with quality improvement, safety, and infection control standards.
Acts as SME in sterilization methods and database programs.
May order supplies as needed.