Sterile Processing Technician - OR Instrument Specialist

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Clinton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support surgical operations in inpatient and outpatient settings, including the operating room and delivery areas. You will sterilize and assemble instruments, document processes, and ensure case carts and supplies are ready for procedures.

Requirements include a high school diploma and completion of orientation; Central Service Certification is preferred, and basic life support is advantageous.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of medical terminology course is preferred.
• Interpersonal and communication skills with patients and hospital personnel.
• Completion of the 120-day orientation with department standards and continuing education.
• Central Service Certification.
• BCLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean, inspect, assemble, package, disinfect/sterilize all surgical products used to support physicians and surgical team in inpatient, outpatient, OR, ED, Delivery Room and satellites.
• Document and monitor all sterilization processes (steam, ETOH, Sterrad, high-level disinfectants).
• Prepare case carts according to surgeons' preference card for supplies, equipment, instruments and implants needed for each patient.
• Stock and stock rotation of sterile supplies to maintain appropriate par levels.
• Coordinate with surgical teams to ensure supplies are available when needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Medical terminology course (preferred)

Tools

Central Service Certification

Job description

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support surgical operations in inpatient and outpatient settings, including the operating room and delivery areas. You will sterilize and assemble instruments, document processes, and ensure case carts and supplies are ready for procedures.

Requirements include a high school diploma and completion of orientation; Central Service Certification is preferred, and basic life support is advantageous.