Sterile Processing Tech — Decontam, Sterilize & OR Inventory

Akron Children's Hospital; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children's Hospital in Akron, OH is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician responsible for decontamination, cleaning, assembly and sterilization of instruments, and inventory control of Sterile Processing and OR supplies.

The role requires knowledge of universal precautions, sterilization standards, and biological monitoring, with ability to operate sterilization equipment and manage supply orders. Onsite position with weekend rotation may be required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certification within one year of employment (and/or 3-month extension) to pass.
• Experience working with all levels within an organization is required.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) is required.

Responsibilities

• Decontamination, correct assembly and sterilization of all instruments and equipment.
• Inventory control of Sterile Processing and OR supplies.
• Must have working knowledge of regulatory standards for universal precautions, sterilization, and regulatory standards biological monitoring.
• Ability to operate all sterilization equipment and recognize equipment malfunctions.
• Follows procedures for ordering and receiving supplies.
• Participates in educational efforts for the department, unit, and hospital.
• Participates in various hospital activities as appropriate and as directed by the Manager.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Cross-organizational communication

Education

High School diploma

Certification within 1 year

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Akron Children's Hospital in Akron, OH is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician responsible for decontamination, cleaning, assembly and sterilization of instruments, and inventory control of Sterile Processing and OR supplies.

The role requires knowledge of universal precautions, sterilization standards, and biological monitoring, with ability to operate sterilization equipment and manage supply orders. Onsite position with weekend rotation may be required.