Sterile Processing Tech II

Shriners Children's; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Shriners Children’s is seeking a full-time Sterile Processing Technician to support the Portland Surgical Services Department. The role involves maintaining a sterile processing environment, aseptic instrument sterilization, and inventory management to ensure readiness for surgeries.

Qualified candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED, 2 years of sterile processing experience, and CSPDT certification within 6 months of hire; compensation is based on experience. Portland on-site position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of experience in sterile processing.
• CSPDT certification required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintains clean environment in sterile processing department by wearing appropriate clothing, hair and face covering, and cover coats, and removing/changing aprons, masks, etc., as necessary.
• Safely cleans, packages, assembles, sterilizes instruments and trays using aseptic technique.
• Correctly operates, monitors, and documents all cleaning and sterilizing equipment in CS and OR area according to equipment manufacturer's instructions.
• Maintains appropriate CS and Surgery inventory by routinely counting, ordering, and restocking par level supplies.

Skills

Sterile processing

Aseptic technique

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

CSPDT Certification

Job description

Company OverviewShriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status. Please click here to learn more about our locations.CURRENT EMPLOYEES: Please log into Workday Click Here to apply internally through the \"Jobs Hub\"Job DescriptionThe Sterile Processing Technician performs sterile processing of surgical instruments and equipment and maintains supplies for the Surgical Services Department. We have an opportunity for a full-time Sterile Processing Technician to join our Shriners Portland team!Key Responsibilities:Maintains clean environment in sterile processing department by wearing appropriate clothing, hair and face covering, and cover coats, and removing/changing aprons, masks, etc., as necessary.Safely cleans, packages, assembles, sterilizes instruments and trays using aseptic technique.Correctly operates, monitors, and documents all cleaning and sterilizing equipment in CS and OR area according to equipment manufacturer's instructionsMaintains appropriate CS and Surgery inventory by routinely counting, ordering, and restocking par level supplies.Responds immediately to all requests from Surgery for different or additional items.Required Qualifications:High School Diploma/GED2 years' experience in sterile processingCertified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT), required within 6 months of hireCompensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.