Sterile Processing Tech II

Job Summary:

The SPD Technician II is an experienced sterile processing professional responsible for complex decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment. This position requires certification and demonstrated competency in all aspects of sterile processing operations.

Licensure and Certification:

Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) through Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA), OR Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) through Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA), or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) through Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)

Education:

High School Graduate or GED equivalent

Completion of accredited sterile processing technician program OR

Evidence of extensive on-the-job training in sterile processing

Experience:

Minimum 2 years of sterile processing experience required

Experience with various sterilization methods and equipment

Demonstrated knowledge of surgical instrumentation

Knowledge and Skills:

Comprehensive knowledge of sterilization principles and methods

Extensive knowledge of surgical instrument names, uses, and assembly

Understanding of sterilizer operations and maintenance

Knowledge of OSHA, Joint Commission, and AAMI standards

Proficiency in infection control practices

Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills

Excellent customer service and communication skills

Computer proficiency (Meditech experience preferred)

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Leadership and mentoring capabilities

Physical Demands - Clerical Administrative Non-Patient Care:

Frequent sitting and standing/walking with frequent position change.

Continuous use of bilateral upper extremities in fine motor activities requiring fingering, grasping, and forward reaching between waist and chest level.

Occasional/intermittent reaching at or above shoulder level.

Occasional/intermittent bending, squatting, kneeling, pushing/pulling, twisting, and climbing.

Occasional/intermittent lifting and carrying objects/equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.

Continuous use of near vision, hearing and verbal communication skills in handling telephone calls, interacting with customers and co-workers and performing job duties.

Key for Physical Demands

Continuous

66 to 100% of the time

Frequent

33 to 65% of the time

Occasional

0 to 32% of the time