STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN I (OR/PACU)

Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board, Inc.; Fort Defiance (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board, Inc. is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support the Sterile Processing Department by sterilizing instruments, preparing trays, and maintaining equipment for operating rooms and clinics.

Qualified applicants have at least three months in sterile processing or completion of an accredited program, a High School Diploma, and a current BLS certification with plan to become a CS technician within one year. Navajo Nation preference applies.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring at least three months experience in sterile processing or graduate from an accredited Sterile Processing program.
• High School Diploma or Equivalency (HSE) and valid AHA BLS certification; certification as CS tech within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Assure sterile supplies in SPD storage area, rotate and re-sterilize as needed.
• Prepare and sterilize procedural trays for inpatient units, outpatient clinics, and surgical suites.
• Disassemble/reassemble instruments for cleaning and ensure proper working condition.
• Conduct biological tests to ensure proper sterilization per manufacturers’ guidance.
• Attend in-service trainings, participate in QA/PI programs, and support CMS standards.

Skills

Sterile processing

Driver's license

HIPAA compliance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

AHA BLS certification

CS Technician certification within 1 year

Tools

Washer/Decontaminator

Autoclaves

Steris System One

Sonic Washer

Job description

Job Details

Closing Date: Friday, August 28, 2026 @ 4:00 PM (MST)

Salary Range: $21.17 - $25.62/Hour

• APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID, UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVER’S LICENSE**
• RESUME AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED**

Essential Duties, Functions And Responsibilities

• Assure sterile supplies in the main Sterile Processing Department (SPD) storage area at specific intervals, rotate supplies and is responsible for re sterilizing those that have been compromised.
• Prepare and sterilize a variety of procedural trays used in inpatient units, outpatient departments, outlying clinics and the surgical suites.
• Disassemble and reassemble any instrument or piece of equipment that require cleaning and sterilizing, and ensure they are in good working condition.
• Conduct biological tests in SPD, taking cultures of equipment to assure proper sterilization is maintained per manufacturer’s recommendations.
• Attend and participate in in-service education program, Quality Assurance/Process Improvement Program, orientation of new personnel to SPD, and attends unit staff meetings.
• Communicate with the Operating Room team and/or nurse leader about the storage of sterile supplies, instruments and equipment.
• Operate and maintain specialized equipment used in the Sterile Processing Department, i.e., Washer/ Decontaminator, Autoclaves, Steris System One processor, Sonic Washer and a heat sealer.
• Ensure compliance with Privacy and HIPAA standards.
• Abide by policy with recall loads related to sterilization problems that may compromise patient care.
• Assist team by providing materials, supplies, instruments, that are properly processed and sterilized as needed to maintain OR patient flow with a minimum of delays.
• Organize the inventory, order any missing equipment and maintain recipe tray forms, and other documents need for the SPD.
• Order and receive surgical service supplies and supplementary patient care supplies.
• Assist, promote, and support compliance with established Center for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS) Standards.
• Complete all yearly required CMS training by their due date.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience

This is an entry-level position requiring at least three (3) month’s experience in sterile processing or graduate from an accredited Sterile Processing program.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency (HSE).

Valid American Heart Association (AHA) Certificate in Basic Life Support and maintain certification.

• Must obtain valid certification as a Central Service Technician/Sterile Processing Technician within one (1) year of date of hire from one of the following:
• The Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) OR
• The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)

Certificate

Valid American Heart Association certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and maintain certification.

Navajo/Indian Preference

FDIHB and its facilities are located within the Navajo Nation and, in accordance with Navajo Nation law, has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for this position and who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position and members of other federally recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference. Other candidates will be considered only after all candidates entitled to primary or secondary preference have been fully considered.