Sterile Processing Technician - SPD

MedStar Health; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to play a crucial role in infection prevention by performing sterilization and distribution of surgical instruments. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively both independently and in a team. This position requires physical stamina and certifications to ensure compliance with healthcare standards.

Qualifications

• Must possess a strong work ethic and have excellent communication skills.
• Experience in sterile processing preferred, with basic medical terminology knowledge.
• Basic computer skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform decontamination, preparation, and sterilization of surgical instruments.
• Support infection prevention according to healthcare guidelines.
• Handle physical tasks and maintain cleanliness and safety in the work environment.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certification for CRCST within 18 months

Certification for CER within two years

Job description

Primary: 2:30pm-11:00pm; Secondary: 11:00am-7:30pm & 10:30pm-7:00am

GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Sterile Processing Technician is assigned duties performing decontamination, preparation, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instrumentation and equipment for the organization. The Sterile Processing Technician plays a critical role in infection prevention using the guidelines set forth by AAMI (Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation), AORN (Association of PeriOperative Registered Nurse), CDC (Centers for Disease Control), SGNA (Society of Gastroenterology Nurse and Associates), and hospital policies for the health and safety for our patients and providers. The technician must possess a strong work ethic. The technician must be organized, have the ability to work well in a team and independently. The technician must have excellent communication skill, perform tasks quickly and have a strong attention to detail. The technician will have extensive people contact and interruptions. The technician must have good problem-solving skills to meet pressure from high volume census to meet deadlines for our patients. While performing this job the employee is required to constantly stand and/or walk. The technician must be able to consistently support, push and/or lift up to 25 pounds. Physical working environment may include but not limited to any of the following: high pressure steam, mechanical, chemical, electrical, bio-waste and bodily fluids. Environmental conditions may include noise, odors, variations in temperatures. The technician could be assigned at the main Sterile Processing Department and/or Ambulatory Surgery ENDO unit to support the volume of cases for our patients.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Skills Required:
1. High school diploma or GED.
2. Must obtain certification for CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) through HSPA within 18 months of hire.
3. Must obtain certification for CER (Certified Endoscope Reprocessor) employment in the Sterile Processing Department within two (2) years of hire.
4. Experience in sterile processing considered first, Perioperative second, Enviornmental Services third, all other applicants considered last.
5. Basic Medical Terminology.
6. Basic computer skills.

As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of the patients for which care is being provided.