Sterile Processing Technician: Precision Instrument Care & QA

Atlantic Health; Rockaway (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to perform cleaning, decontamination, assembly, sterilization and distribution of patient care equipment in accordance with prescribed procedures and regulations. The role requires meticulous record-keeping of processes and adherence to infection control standards across departments.

Responsibilities include maintaining SPD equipment, handling decontamination steps, prepping and packing instrument sets, documenting sterilization runs,

Qualifications

• Experience with decontamination and instrument cleaning.
• Knowledge of sterilization processes and quality assurance practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining Equipment: Knowledge of SPD equipment and safe operation; report malfunctions. (15%)
• Decontamination/Instrument Cleaning: Proper pre-cleaning and cleaning of instruments with PPE and disinfectants. (15%)
• Prep and Pack: Prep, wrap and label instrument sets for sterilization following MIFU and AH guidelines. (15%)
• Sterilization: Record load data and verify sterilization parameters and biological indicators. (15%)
• Storage Clean/Sterile Distribution: Inspect packages, manage par levels and restock as needed. (15%)
• Dispatch: Assemble case carts per EMR cards, log items accurately, and assist with loaner processes. (15%)
• Technical: Use AH systems and basic software tools for tracking and documentation. (5%)
• Performance Improvement: Support goals and participate in department initiatives. (5%)

Job description

Atlantic Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to perform cleaning, decontamination, assembly, sterilization and distribution of patient care equipment in accordance with prescribed procedures and regulations. The role requires meticulous record-keeping of processes and adherence to infection control standards across departments.

Responsibilities include maintaining SPD equipment, handling decontamination steps, prepping and packing instrument sets, documenting sterilization runs,