Job Description

The CSPD Instrument Technician adheres to the protocols in Decontamination, Processing, and Sterilization. Understanding Sterile Processing infection control process and policies as they pertain to instrument and equipment maintenance, the CSPD Instrument Technician’s responsibilities include thorough cleaning of instruments and equipment to ensure the absence of any bioburden, as well as inspecting, function testing, and assembling items for High Level Disinfection or Sterilization.

Maintaining accurate documentation through instrument tracking systems is a key aspect of the role.

• Follows Manufacturer's Instructions for Use, along with Department and Hospital Processes and Policies.
• Accurately detect blood that may remain on instruments before proceeding with the next step of sterilization.
• Cleans equipment and instrumentation, assembles, and sterilizes according to manufacturer’s guidelines.
• Inspects and tests the function of instruments and equipment; facilitates the replenishment of low, broken, or missing items.
• Sorts sets of instrument trays, and medical equipment and makes them available to sterile processing customers in a timely manner.
• Selects and uses packaging and wrapping materials and container systems for method of sterilization and aseptic presentation.
• Labels packages, items, and container systems to be sterilized with proper sterilization information and initials of preparer.
• Delivers sterilized supplies to and retrieves used supplies and trays from hospital department and clinic locations.
• Maintains good working relationships with vendors, communicating in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates the ability to acquire and utilize a comprehensive understanding of various sterilizers and sterilization methods.
• Understand departmental supply requests and determine appropriate alternative supplies in the case of unavailability.
• Prioritize workload and requests for supplies and trays.
• Perform environmental maintenance duties and assist in maintaining inventory levels.
• Work and communicate with clients and customers to satisfy their expectations.
• Communicates actions to management promptly.
• Maintains thorough and accurate sterilization documentation and record keeping by maintaining permanent records and test results.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

Cognitive Demands

• Critical thinking
• Problem Solving / Analysis.
• Time Management
• Prioritization
• Communication Proficiency (written and verbal)

Minimum Acceptable Training and Experience :

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician Certification (CSPDT) or Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) required.
• Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
• Available for on-call, work weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts as needed.
• Ability to wear appropriate protective attire.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must regularly lift and carry a variety of equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, as well as standing and walking for long periods of time.

Benefits

Alignment Requirements

• Ethical Conduct
• Adherence to SIPS Values
• SIPS Policies & Handbook

Benefits

Various Shifts Available

Additional Information

Benefits

Contract extensions

Optional locations

Incentives

Growth opportunities

Much more!

Requirements

CRSCT, CIS, CHL Certification

Last updated : 2024-04-26