Sterile Processing Technician: OR Instrument Specialist

Jefferson Health Plans; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Albert Einstein Medical Center seeks a Sterile Process Technician to support operating rooms and clinical units by inventorying, decontaminating, assembling, sterilizing, storing and tracking surgical supplies, instruments and equipment. The role requires adherence to aseptic technique and quality standards.

Responsibilities include preparing case carts, operating washers and sterilizers, verifying quality indicators, labeling items and maintaining inventory records.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent required.
• Graduate of certified sterile processing technician training program.
• Knowledge of aseptic technique and infection control in sterile processing.
• Effective communication and teamwork in a healthcare setting.
• Inventory management of sterile supplies and equipment.
• Familiarity with instrument tracking systems and sterilization equipment.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, clean, inspect, prepare, assemble, sterilize and dispense surgical instruments and trays according to IFU and aseptic technique.
• Prepare procedural case carts per campus requirements.
• Operate automated washers, cart washers, ultrasonic washers, and sterilizers per policy.
• Verify instrument integrity and sterilization indicators.
• Label items with name and expiration dates; check for outdates and packaging integrity.
• Assist in onboarding and provide support for on-shift coverage.

Skills

Effective Communication

Inventory Management

Medical Equipment

Decontamination

Infection Control

Accuracy and Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Operating Room Management

CRCST Certification

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Certified sterile processing technician training

Tools

Instrument Tracking System

Automated washers

Cart washers

Ultrasonic washers

Sterilizers

Job description

Albert Einstein Medical Center seeks a Sterile Process Technician to support operating rooms and clinical units by inventorying, decontaminating, assembling, sterilizing, storing and tracking surgical supplies, instruments and equipment. The role requires adherence to aseptic technique and quality standards.

Responsibilities include preparing case carts, operating washers and sterilizers, verifying quality indicators, labeling items and maintaining inventory records.