Sterile Processing Tech - Critical OR Support & Quality

WVU Medicine; Keyser (WV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

PVH Potomac Valley Hospital in Keyser, WV, is seeking a sterile processing technician to join the nursing operating room team. You will handle decontamination, processing, sterilization, storage and distribution of sterile supplies, ensuring quality and safety throughout.

The role requires a high school diploma and certification within 18 months (HSPA or CSPDT). You will work 40 hours weekly in a non-exempt, on-site position, contributing to patient care and cross-department support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification as CSPDT (CBSPD) or HSPA within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional patient care by providing prompt, accurate service.
• Provide supplies of sterile linen packs, basins, instrument trays, and other sterile items.
• Maintain accurate records of cleaning, disinfection, and the sterilization processes.
• Strive for consistency in the trays that the department provides.
• Monitor and enforce controls necessary to prevent cross-contamination according to infection control policies.
• Establish and maintain sterile processing standards.
• Implement changes as needed to stay current with new regulations and recommended practices.
• Review current practices for possible improvements in quality of services provided.
• Provide services to other departments in all areas of sterile processing.

Skills

Scheduling flexibility

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CSPDT or HSPA certification within 18 months

Job description

PVH Potomac Valley Hospital in Keyser, WV, is seeking a sterile processing technician to join the nursing operating room team. You will handle decontamination, processing, sterilization, storage and distribution of sterile supplies, ensuring quality and safety throughout.

The role requires a high school diploma and certification within 18 months (HSPA or CSPDT). You will work 40 hours weekly in a non-exempt, on-site position, contributing to patient care and cross-department support.