Sterile Processing Technician: Precision Instrument Care

Highmark Health / AHN; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate, clean, assemble, sterilize, and distribute instruments. The role ensures proper processing and availability of sterile equipment in patient care areas, upholding policies and regulatory standards.

The position emphasizes adhering to sterile processing principles, safety, and infection control, with responsibilities spanning from receiving contaminated instruments to delivering sterile items across departments.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required.
• CRCST or CSPDT certification required at hire (or exception for some incumbents).
• Active CST or TSC certification meets license requirement.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in sterile processing.

Responsibilities

• Receive and sort contaminated instruments from departments.
• Disassemble instruments and clean with appropriate agents and equipment.
• Inspect cleaned instruments for cleanliness, function and damage.
• Assemble instrument sets per count sheets and tray lists.
• Wrap or package instruments and sets for sterilization.
• Monitor sterilization cycles and interpret printouts for proper parameters.
• Follow safety, infection control policies, and wear PPE.
• Operate automated washing/decontamination equipment.
• Load and operate sterilization equipment and troubleshoot minor issues.
• Document sterilization cycles and maintain accurate records.
• Deliver sterile items to requesting departments promptly.
• Maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Assist in training new employees on procedures and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sterile processing

Education

High School/GED

CRCST/CSPDT certification

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate, clean, assemble, sterilize, and distribute instruments. The role ensures proper processing and availability of sterile equipment in patient care areas, upholding policies and regulatory standards.

The position emphasizes adhering to sterile processing principles, safety, and infection control, with responsibilities spanning from receiving contaminated instruments to delivering sterile items across departments.