Sterile Processing Tech: Ensure Safe, Efficient OR Care

San Juan Regional Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

San Juan Regional Medical Center is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician (certified or non-certified) to support decontamination, assembly, wrapping, and sterilization for peri-operative services and multiple hospital departments.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid New Mexico driver's license, and good communication plus PC literacy. Responsibilities include instrument decontamination, CS department duties, and strict adherence to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid New Mexico Driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Excellent communication skills and basic computer literacy.
• Completion of competencies and cross-training to the EDC within sixty (60) days.
• Ability to meet physical demands as described in the Physical Demands section.

Responsibilities

• Maintain certification (if applicable) with continuous education offerings.
• Cleans and decontaminates instruments and supplies for sterilization and storage and/or direct return to using unit.
• Performs routine collection of soiled instruments from all using units at pre-scheduled intervals.
• Distributes clean supplies and instruments to all using units at pre-scheduled intervals or when requested.
• May be required to work other shifts as needed by the department.
• Operates and cleans all processing equipment: Washer/Decontaminator; Steam Sterilizer; Sterrad Sterilizer; Cart Washer; Package sealer; and carts for washer and sterilizers.
• Performs the Quality Control Procedures: Biological monitoring, Chemical Monitoring; and mechanical indicators on sterilizing units in CSPD and OR.
• Maintains departmental records and policies.
• Inspects stores or assembles textiles used for the sterilization process.
• Fills surgical case carts and processes; maintains inventory records.
• Informs supervisor of inventory levels; Monitors and restocks CSPD supplies.
• Attends classes, meetings, workshops, and staff development.
• Adheres to Service Standards: Safety, Courtesy, Effectiveness, and Stewardship.

Skills

Good communication skills

PC literate

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

San Juan Regional Medical Center is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician (certified or non-certified) to support decontamination, assembly, wrapping, and sterilization for peri-operative services and multiple hospital departments.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid New Mexico driver's license, and good communication plus PC literacy. Responsibilities include instrument decontamination, CS department duties, and strict adherence to safety and quality standards.