Technician II - Central Sterile Processing Distribution Procedures

HonorHealth; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

HonorHealth is seeking a dedicated Sterile Processing Technician to support the OR Central Sterile department in Deer Valley, Phoenix. You will decontaminate, prep, and sterilize instruments, assemble case carts, and ensure accurate documentation as part of the perioperative team.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and sterile processing training, with CSPD certification preferred. Evening shifts support patient care and safety across the facility.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate instrumentation and medical equipment using chemical agents and automation.
• Assemble, prep and pack instrumentation; inspect for cleanliness and function; label and wrap instruments.
• Sterilize instruments following procedures; monitor and document parameters.
• Assemble case carts according to resource maps; track shortages and replenish supplies.
• Perform case cart storage and sterile supply handling; collaborate with perioperative teams.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Decontamination

Instrumentation prep

Sterilization

Case carts

Documentation

Preceptor duties

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Sterile Processing Tech program

Tools

CRCST

CSPDT

Job description

Primary City/State:Deer Valley - 19829 N 27th Ave Phoenix, AZ 85027Category:Healthcare SupportShift:EveningDepartment:OR Central SterileMonday-Friday 2:30p-11:00 pm.Great care starts with great people. (Like you.)At HonorHealth, you’ll find something special. From humble beginnings in 1927 to one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness. Behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and an unwavering dedication to what matters most — caring for the health and well-being of people and communities across the greater Phoenix area.Responsibilities:JOB SUMMARYResponsible for instrument/instrument trays/equipment decontamination, preparation and sterilization, tray and case cart assembly, documentation of all sterilization processes, and delivery of a wide variety of surgical instrumentation and patient care equipment to the Perioperative team. CSPD personnel ensure the highest quality standards are met in accordance with departmental procedures and established industry standards. Assumes responsibility and accountability for incorporating the vision, values, mission and critical goals of the organization into their job performance. May serve as preceptor to staff.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSDecontamination of instrumentation and medical equipment: Utilizes chemical agents and automated decontamination machinery to clean and decontaminate instrumentation and medical equipment.Assembles, Preps and Packs Instrumentation: Assembles, preps and packs instrumentation, Inspects instruments for cleanliness, proper function, breakage, and intact ID tape, Assembles trays using instrument tray lists, Locates and replaces missing instruments; identifies and labels missing instruments, Contains, wraps or pouches instruments and sets, Chooses appropriate wrapping materials for size, weight, and sterilization method.Sterilization: Sterilizes instruments following prescribed procedures and guidelines. Challenges the sterilization process using internal, external, and biological monitoring systems, Monitors, reads, documents, and interprets parameters for all types of sterilization processes to ensure proper function and validation of process, Maintains appropriate load configurations; maintains flow of instruments through the sterilization process, Prioritizes instrumentation needs using instrument needs list.Case Cart Assembly and Sterile Storage: Picks case carts according to resource map requisitions, documents case cart deficiencies on daily case cart needs list, Fills case cart needs list prior to case cart utilization, Orders sterile supplies from logistics as needed to maintain inventory. Picks cases, stocks the sterile storage area, and returns sterile supplies to inventory, Collaborates with perioperative sterile core personnel to determine priorities and maintain flow within sterile storage area.Performs other duties as assigned.EDUCATIONHigh School Diploma or GED. RequiredTechnical Training Diploma/Degree Surgical technical training or Sterile Process training. PreferredTechnical Training Diploma/Degree Completion of a sterile processing training program or certification as either CRCST or CSPDT. PreferredEXPERIENCE>10 months, Any CSPD experience Required1 year, certified tech PreferredLICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS, Completion of accredited training program PreferredCompletion of accredited training program PreferredWe're all in for your career.