Sterile Processing Technician

Job Description

Job Summary:

• The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for supporting patient care by ensuring surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies are properly processed, organized, and distributed to clinical departments.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Clean, disinfect, inspect, assemble, package, and sterilize surgical instruments and medical equipment.
• Ensure instruments and supplies are available to meet Operating Room (OR) and patient care demands.
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness, functionality, and damage before sterilization.
• Operate sterilization equipment according to established procedures and manufacturer guidelines.
• Maintain accurate documentation of sterilization cycles, instrument tracking, and inventory transactions.
• Distribute sterile supplies, surgical instruments, and equipment to designated departments.
• Monitor inventory levels and report shortages or equipment issues.
• Follow infection prevention protocols and applicable regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Relevant education, training, or experience to perform sterile processing duties.
• Ability to follow established procedures and maintain accurate documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and communication abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years of experience in sterile processing.
• Previous hospital experience.
• Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technology program or a bachelor’s degree in Surgical Technology.
• One or more of the following certifications:
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST).
• Certified Sterile Processing Department Technician (CSPDT).
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST).

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and move equipment and supplies, including heavy items.
• Ability to stand, walk, push, and pull equipment as required.
• Ability to work in a healthcare environment with potential exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, and hazardous materials.