Tech, Sterile Processing

The Sterile Processing Technician is assigned full performance level duties to include decontamination, preparation, sterilization, maintenance and distribution of sterilized instruments and medical equipment.  The position also includes management of sterile supplies, equipment knowledge, and maintenance of instrument repair process.

• Decontaminates and sterilizes instruments and equipment; assembles, wraps (as applicable) and sterilizes trays of instruments, scopes and other medical equipment.
• Monitors biological and chemical solutions to ensure consistency and quality decontamination of instruments, scopes and equipment.
• Makes instruments, scopes and equipment available to end users on schedule.
• Coordinates instrument, scope and equipment needs with the Operating Room, Clinics and other end users.
• Works in conjunction with on-site Materials Management representatives to maintain par levels, submit ordering requisitions.
• Verifies sterilization, washing and decontamination equipment is functioning properly.
• Maintains sterilization records per department protocol.
• Assists with instrument tracking of repairs and maintenance.
• Performs other related duties as directed.

• Minimum two (2) years of experience as instrument processing technician in an ambulatory surgery setting required.
• Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this experience requirement waived.

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

• Registered Central Service Technician Certificate within 6 months of hire OR Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution - Technician Certification within 6 months of hire

• Understanding of aseptic techniques and sterilization methods required.
• Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software required.
• Knowledgeable about the AAMI standards and regulations.
• In order to work effectively with patients, must have effective interpersonal and communication skills and be able to stand, walk, bend, lift at least 50 pounds, hear, speak and see required.
• Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.

• Hospital setting experience preferred.
• Completion of central supply technology course preferred.