Sterile Processing Tech — OR Instrument Specialist

Sharp HealthCare; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp HealthCare is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to ensure proper maintenance and distribution of disposable supplies and durable medical equipment for patient care. You will disassemble, clean, inspect, assemble and deliver sterile instruments to clinical areas, while maintaining accurate load documentation and testing results.

The role requires HS diploma or equivalent and recent sterile processing experience or a recent accredited program graduate.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or Equivalent.
• Experience as a sterile processing technician within the last 12 months; or graduate of an accredited Sterile Processing Technician program within the last 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper maintenance and distribution of disposable supplies and durable medical equipment for patient care.
• Disassemble, clean, inspect, assemble and deliver sterile instruments and equipment to clinical areas.
• Maintain accurate documentation of instrument sets, loads and testing results.
• Load and operate washer/sterilizer, sonic cleaners and other sterilizing equipment; ensure proper labeling and quarantine of implantables.
• Communicate effectively with team members; report issues to supervisor.
• Assist with continuous professional development and adherence to competency standards.

Skills

Sterile processing

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Sterile Processing Technician certification (HSPA/CBSPD/CAAHEP)

Job description

Sharp HealthCare is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to ensure proper maintenance and distribution of disposable supplies and durable medical equipment for patient care. You will disassemble, clean, inspect, assemble and deliver sterile instruments to clinical areas, while maintaining accurate load documentation and testing results.

The role requires HS diploma or equivalent and recent sterile processing experience or a recent accredited program graduate.