Sterile Processing Technician (full-time)

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to perform decontamination, preparation, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments under supervision.

The role emphasizes accuracy, infection control, and teamwork within a busy hospital environment. Preferred candidates have a Sterile Processing/Surgical Technology background and plan to obtain CRCST/CBSPD certification within 18 months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must attain CRCST and/or CBSPD certification within 18 months of start date.
• Graduate of Sterile Processing and/or Surgical Technology program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform decontamination, preparation/assembly, sterilization, and distribution of trays/sets under supervision.
• Clean and wipe down surfaces and equipment as part of routine tasks.
• Assist with building and distributing case carts for elective and emergent procedures.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and observe infection control policies.
• Demonstrate proper donning and doffing of PPE and handle sterilization records as directed.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Communication & interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CRCST/CBSPD certification within 18 months

Graduate of Sterile Processing/Surgical Technology program (preferred)

Job description

Work Shift Day Work Day(s) Monday-Friday Shift Start Time 7:00 AM Shift End Time 3:30 PM Worker Sub-Type Regular

Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.

Job Description

• Performs a variety of duties in relationship to decontamination, preparation/assembly, sterilization, and distribution of trays/sets, equipment, and supplies with direct supervision.
• Performs routine cleaning such as wiping down tables.
• Participates in distribution of operating room supplies and trays/sets.
• Performs all tasks as assigned in a neat and organized manner.
• Maintains and prevents cross contamination by observing dress codes, environmental policies, and traffic control.

Experience

Experience No experience required Preferred Qualifications Graduate of a Sterile Processing and/or Surgical Technology program 6 months relevant clinical experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent Certification Summary Within 18 months must attain a Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) and/or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) certification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic computer skills
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrates efficient skills in decontamination, inspection, and cleaning of surgical instruments, flexible scopes, and respiratory devices according to manufacturer’s instructions for use.
• Uses sterile processing chemicals according to manufacturer’s instructions for use.
• Dons and doffs appropriate personal protection equipment.
• Assembles accurate/complete surgical trays.
• Participates with and monitors process of building accurate and timely assembling of case carts for emergent/urgent and elective cases.
• Assists with maintaining department sterilization records.
• Participates in sterilizer test parameters monitoring, e.g., bowie dick test, biologicals, and other forms of sterilization testing and responds appropriately to sterilization that does not pass.
• Supports operating room functions in sterile core.
• Fosters positive working relationships across departments and campuses with patients, physicians, families, visitors, coworkers, and vendors.
• Complies with all applicable regulations, standards, and recommendations.
• Follows hospital and departmental safety instructions, policies, and procedures.
• Attends 75% of staff meetings/communication and job-related educational opportunities.

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.

Primary Location Address 1001 Johnson Ferry Rd

Job Family Surgical Services

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta has been 100 percent committed to kids for more than 100 years. A not-for-profit organization, Children’s is dedicated to making kids better today and healthier tomorrow. With 3 hospitals, 20 neighborhood locations and a total of 673 beds, Children’s is the largest healthcare provider for children in Georgia and one of the largest pediatric clinical care providers in the country. Children’s offers access to more than 60 pediatric specialties and programs and is ranked among the top children’s hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report. Children’s has been recognized as a Fortune 100 Best Place to Work, a Best Place for Working Mothers, and as a top employer for diversity and millennials. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefit package that supports our mission, vision and values. We are proud to offer an array of programs and services to our employees that has distinguished us as a best place to work in the country. Connect to our mission of making kids better today and healthier tomorrow.