Sterile Processing Technician - 4-Day Week, Flexible Hours

ADP, Inc.; Town of Cheektowaga (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day work week

Free parking

Flexible hours

Team environment

Job summary

Buffalo Ambulatory Surgery Center in Buffalo, NY, is hiring a full-time Sterile Processing Technician. The role focuses on cleaning, decontamination, sterilization, and preparation of surgical instruments to meet healthcare standards, working closely with surgical teams to prevent infection.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and a Sterile Processing Technician training program; CRCST certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a Sterile Processing Technician training program or equivalent experience.
• Basic knowledge of sterilization techniques and infection control standards.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain accurate documentation.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and handle instruments safely.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and sort surgical instruments and equipment for cleaning and sterilization.
• Perform thorough cleaning and decontamination of instruments using manual and automated methods.
• Operate sterilization equipment such as autoclaves and ensure proper packaging and labeling of sterile items.
• Maintain accurate records of sterilization processes and instrument tracking to comply with healthcare regulations.
• Collaborate with surgical and nursing staff to ensure timely availability of sterile instruments for procedures.
• Conduct routine maintenance and quality checks on sterilization equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Adhere strictly to infection control policies, safety standards, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Infection control knowledge

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Sterile Processing Technician training program

CRCST certification (preferred)

Tools

Autoclaves

Sterilization equipment

Inventory management systems

Job description

Buffalo Ambulatory Surgery Center in Buffalo, NY, is hiring a full-time Sterile Processing Technician. The role focuses on cleaning, decontamination, sterilization, and preparation of surgical instruments to meet healthcare standards, working closely with surgical teams to prevent infection.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and a Sterile Processing Technician training program; CRCST certification is preferred.