Sterile Processing Technician: Decontam & Sterilize Expert

Kaiser Permanente; West Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in the United States is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to perform decontamination, preparation, sterilization, and distribution of instruments and medical equipment.

This role requires experience in ambulatory surgery settings, a high school diploma or GED, and certification requirements within 6 months; strong aseptic techniques and ability to lift 50 pounds are needed. You will coordinate with operating rooms and clinics and maintain sterilization records.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience as instrument processing technician in an ambulatory surgery setting.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Understanding of aseptic techniques and sterilization methods.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminates and sterilizes instruments and equipment; assembles, wraps and sterilizes trays.
• Monitors solutions to ensure quality decontamination.
• Makes instruments and equipment available to end users on schedule.
• Coordinates instrument, scope and equipment needs with OR, Clinics and other end users.
• Maintains sterilization records per department protocol.

Skills

Sterile processing

Decontamination

Sterilization

Equipment handling

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer software

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in the United States is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to perform decontamination, preparation, sterilization, and distribution of instruments and medical equipment.

This role requires experience in ambulatory surgery settings, a high school diploma or GED, and certification requirements within 6 months; strong aseptic techniques and ability to lift 50 pounds are needed. You will coordinate with operating rooms and clinics and maintain sterilization records.