Sterile Processing Tech

Trinity Health; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital is seeking a CSR Central Sterile & Reprocessing Specialist to clean contaminated instruments, assemble trays, and operate washers and autoclaves in a fast-paced OR environment. You will support multiple surgical services and respond to urgent needs 24/7, ensuring safety and quality in every step.

Requires a high school diploma or GED, with CRS reprocessing training or 6–12 months of experience; CST certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or GED.
• Completion of an accredited Central Sterile Reprocessing program or 6–12 months of relevant experience.
• Certification in Sterile Reprocessing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cleans contaminated instruments and trays using proper cleaning techniques per manufacturer recommendations and OSHA guidelines.
• May clean and assemble vendor instrument sets and maintain vendor relationships.
• Reprocesses vendor/specialty instrument sets and trays using advanced techniques.
• Operates complex washers with quality and safety standards.
• Assembles and labels instruments for sterilization; can assemble sets across multiple service areas such as orthopedic, neuro, cardiothoracic, general surgery, ENT, gyn, and plastic surgery.
• Autoclaves items per manufacturer recommendations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Central Sterile Reprocessing certification (preferred)

Tools

Autoclaves

Washer/Disinfecting equipment

Job description

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: 7am-3:30pm

Description: Central Sterile & Reprocessing Tech (CSR Tech)

Hours: 40

Department: Central Sterile Processing

Location: Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital

General Summary

The CSR Central Sterile and Reprocessing Specialist is responsible for cleaning all contaminated instruments and materials from Main OR, ASF, Labor and Delivery, Cath Lab, Hemodialysis and Emergency Room. This includes loading and operating the washers, assembling instrument trays and operating autoclaves, while maintaining quality standards. The CSR circulates case carts after receiving preference cards from surgical sites. The CSR also responds to requests for unexpected needs and emergency items 24 hrs a day 7 days a week.

Requirements

• Requires minimum of High School Diploma or GED.
• Successful completion of an accredited Central Sterile Reprocessing program or six to twelve months of relevant experience desired.
• Certification in Sterile Reprocessing preferred.

CSR Central Sterile and Reprocessing Specialist Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Cleans contaminated instruments and trays using proper cleaning techniques that include knowledge of manufactures recommendations for care and handling. Uses proper attire and safety standards. Understands OSHA guidelines regarding body substance isolation.
• May clean and assemble vendor instrument sets/specialty instrument sets and maintain relationships with vendors.
• Reprocesses vendor/specialty instrument sets and trays using advanced techniques.
• Operates complex washers utilizing proper quality and safety standards.
• Understands need for hand washing of micro instruments and electronic devices.
• Assembles and labels instruments for sterilization. Understands the differences between instruments and completes sets with minimal errors. Able to assemble sets from multiple services such as orthopedic, neuro, cardiothoracic, general surgery, ENT, gyn, and plastic surgery.
• Autoclaves items based on manufacture recommendations.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.