What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterilization Technician position at Accede Solutions Inc (accedesolution.com)?
Job Title: Sterile Processing Technician (SPT)
Department: Central Sterile Processing
Assignment Type: Contract | 13 Weeks
Shift: Mid Shift – 5x8s (3:00 PM – 11:30 PM), Monday–Friday
Location: Portland, OR (Healthcare Facility – Name Confidential)
Position Overview
The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and medical equipment. This role ensures compliance with infection control standards and supports safe patient care in an acute care hospital setting.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Perform decontamination, cleaning, inspection, assembly, packaging, and sterilization of surgical instruments and trays
- Operate and maintain sterilization equipment according to established protocols
- Stage and prepare instruments and case carts for surgical procedures
- Follow AAMI, OSHA, and facility infection control guidelines
- Accurately document sterilization processes and instrument tracking
- Identify and report damaged or malfunctioning instruments
- Maintain clean and organized work areas
- Collaborate with surgical services and other interdisciplinary teams
- Float within the hospital or affiliated facilities as needed
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of recent Sterile Processing experience in an acute care hospital
- National certification required:
- CBSPD (CSPDT) or
- CRCST (HSPA/IAHCSMM)
- Experience with Epic preferred
- Strong knowledge of sterile processing workflows and infection prevention
- Ability to work mid shifts and meet schedule requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- Trauma Level I or II experience
- Previous experience in a teaching hospital environment
Salary : $29 - $34