Sterile Processing Tech I — Instrument Prep & Decontam

MyMichigan Medical Group; Alpena (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

MyMichigan Health in Alpena is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician in the Sterile Processing Unit. The role handles decontamination of soiled instrumentation, reprocessing of instrument trays, stocking shelves, and preparing supplies for surgical cases.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED; SPD certification is preferred and must be obtained within two years of hire. Strong reading, writing, math, and basic computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in reading, writing and mathematics.
• Basic PC and keyboarding skills.
• Organizational skills needed to prioritize daily workflow.
• Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups in the medical center, including peers, management and customers.
• SPD certification preferred at the time of hire or transfer to position, and required within two years of hire date or transfer to position.

Responsibilities

• Retrieves and decontaminates surgical instruments and patient care equipment.
• Restocks supplies to maintain established levels in order to fill supply requests.
• Compiles the supplies and instrumentation for surgical cases.
• Performs preventative maintenance and cleaning of departmental equipment and sterilizers.
• Maintains departmental charge and tracking data.
• Attends departmental staff in-services/meetings and adheres to policies and procedures.
• Participates in continuing education opportunities leading to becoming a national certified technician within two years of hire date or transfer to position.
• Completes departmental orientation and training.

Skills

Reading and writing

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

MyMichigan Health in Alpena is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician in the Sterile Processing Unit. The role handles decontamination of soiled instrumentation, reprocessing of instrument trays, stocking shelves, and preparing supplies for surgical cases.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED; SPD certification is preferred and must be obtained within two years of hire. Strong reading, writing, math, and basic computer skills are essential.