Sterile Processing Technician - Central Sterile Processing - Days

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Sterile Processing Technician, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and readiness of surgical instruments. This position involves decontaminating and sterilizing equipment while adhering to strict HIPAA regulations. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma and are encouraged to obtain relevant certifications within two years. You will thrive in a dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities while maintaining a clean and safe workspace. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to make a difference, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Must achieve CRCST, CSPDT, CST, TS-C, or CORST certification within 24 months of hire.
• Previous work experience as a Sterile Processing Technician preferred.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate and sterilize instruments and equipment per procedures.
• Assemble and prepare basic instrument sets and case carts.

Skills

Decontamination and sterilization

Inventory management

Problem-solving

Adherence to HIPAA regulations

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

IAHCSMM certification preparation course

Job description

Sterile Processing Technician

The Sterile Processing Technician performs a variety of indirect patient care activities, including decontamination and sterilization of surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment. They ensure all necessary instruments and supplies are prepared and ready for assembly on case carts. This role observes strict patient confidentiality following HIPAA regulations and maintains a clean, safe environment. The technician also learns, performs, and completes assigned responsibilities during the transitional duty period.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) or Surgical Tech (CST or TS-C or CORST) certification preferred.
• Must achieve CRCST, CSPDT, CST, TS-C, or CORST certification within 24 months of hire.

Experience:

• Required: N/A
• Preferred: Previous work experience as a Sterile Processing Technician or in a healthcare-related position.

Education/Training:

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred: Completion of IAHCSMM certification preparation course.

Independent Actions:

• Decontaminate and sterilize instruments and equipment per procedures.
• Maintain inventory and par levels of instruments and supplies.
• Follow OSHA and TJC guidelines.
• Assemble and prepare basic instrument sets and case carts.

Additional Requirements:

• Shift rotations including weekends and holidays may be required, based on staffing and unit needs.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs, prolonged standing, bending, walking, climbing, reaching.
• Mental/Sensory: Reasoning, problem-solving, hearing, clear speech, reading, logical thinking.
• Emotional: Ability to handle multiple priorities, adapt to change, and manage customer interactions in a noisy environment.

This role is open to all age groups served. Schedules are subject to change based on operational needs.