What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) Technician position at A First Choice Staffing Service?
We are looking for a Sterile Processing Department (SPD) Technician. This position is Monday through Thursday, 25-30 hours a week. Hours vary depending on surgical clinic volume. Must be certified.
$27-$30 DOE
Key Responsibilities
- Decontamination: Collect used instruments from the OR and clinical areas, and safely clean, disinfect, and decontaminate them using manual washing, ultrasonic cleaners, and automated washer-decontaminators while wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Inspection & Assembly: Check all instruments for cleanliness, damage, wear, and proper function, then assemble surgical sets and trays according to established checklists and count sheets.
- Packaging & Labeling: Wrap, peel-pack, and seal instrument trays and devices, incorporating appropriate chemical or biological indicator strips to verify sterilization.
- Sterilization: Operate and monitor sterilization equipment (such as steam autoclaves, low-temperature systems, or Sterrad) following Manufacturer's Instructions for Use (IFUs) and AAMI standards.
- Quality Control & Documentation: Record and log all sterilization cycles, biological tests, and daily equipment checks in compliance with OSHA, The Joint Commission (TJC), and CDC guidelines.
- Distribution & Inventory: Stock, rotate, and distribute sterile supplies and case carts to clinical floors, and respond quickly to urgent or emergency surgical requests.
- Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance checks on departmental machinery, report malfunctions, and flag/remove damaged items from service.
Key Responsibilities
- Decontamination: Collect used instruments from the OR and clinical areas, and safely clean, disinfect, and decontaminate them using manual washing, ultrasonic cleaners, and automated washer-decontaminators while wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Inspection & Assembly: Check all instruments for cleanliness, damage, wear, and proper function, then assemble surgical sets and trays according to established checklists and count sheets.
- Packaging & Labeling: Wrap, peel-pack, and seal instrument trays and devices, incorporating appropriate chemical or biological indicator strips to verify sterilization.
- Sterilization: Operate and monitor sterilization equipment (such as steam autoclaves, low-temperature systems, or Sterrad) following Manufacturer's Instructions for Use (IFUs) and AAMI standards.
- Quality Control & Documentation: Record and log all sterilization cycles, biological tests, and daily equipment checks in compliance with OSHA, The Joint Commission (TJC), and CDC guidelines.
- Distribution & Inventory: Stock, rotate, and distribute sterile supplies and case carts to clinical floors, and respond quickly to urgent or emergency surgical requests.
- Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance checks on departmental machinery, report malfunctions, and flag/remove damaged items from service.
Certification Required: National certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) through the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) through the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD).
Must pass a criminal background check and drug screen.
Must be at least 18 years old to apply.
A First Choice Staffing Service was founded in 1995, right here in the beautiful Rogue Valley.
Finding individuals employment is one of the most rewarding parts of our job. We specialize in filling open positions for medical specialty and family practice offices. We connect skilled candidates and dynamic employers leading to long-term employment. Our organization is committed to excellence in quality, reliability, and service to the people in our employment and the clients whom we serve. Looking for a new job can be very stressful; we enjoy taking that weight from our candidates.
Salary : $27 - $30