Sterile Processing Technician

The sterile processing technician is responsible for the cleaning, packaging, storing, and distribution of supplies, instruments, and equipment used in patient care. Cleans, decontaminates, sterilizes, and assembles instruments and equipment, ensuring good working order.

Essential Functions

Cleans each item according to the manufacturer’s instructions; inspects, milks, and lubricates items as required

Ensures that each item is in good working condition, i.e., alignment, grasp

Sorts, arranges, and wraps items and trays according to established policies and procedures

Accurately labels each item with name and load number

Operates autoclaves, ultrasonic washers, and other equipment for processing items properly, placing items into each

Selects the proper cycle, being sure to seek assistance if instructions are not clear

Checks indicators for proper function

Performs biological monitoring techniques required on all sterilizers according to established policy and procedure

Changes and dates autoclave recording graphs

Cleans sterilizers according to established policies and procedures

Maintains adequate inventory of sterile items

Stores processed items in designated locations, including shelves and drawers, in accordance with established procedures

Checks sterile items in all areas of the facility weekly for outdated items

Performs an inventory of processing supplies and notifies the appropriate person when to reorder

Job Specifications

Typically has the following skills or abilities:

One year’s experience in central processing functions is desirable, or demonstrated ability in sterilization techniques

Certification from an approved sterile processing (CSP) technician course or in the process of achieving certification is preferred

Builds effective working relationships with co-workers and collaborates well in a team environment

Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues, with judgment to escalate concerns to leadership when appropriate

VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

The compensation range for the role is listed below. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. For more information regarding iCare benefits, please click here.