What are the responsibilities and job description for the Processing Tech I - Sterile Processing position at Kettering Health?
Job Details
Kettering Health Main Campus | Kettering | Resource | 2nd Shift
Responsibilities & Requirements
The Processing Tech I supports patient safety and quality care by performing essential tasks in the decontamination, preparation, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and medical equipment. This role ensures all instruments are processed according to established infection control and regulatory standards, contributing to reliable operations and positive patient outcomes. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.
Required Education:
- High school diploma or GED.
Required Work Experience:
- None required
- on-the-job training provided
Required Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations:
- None required at hire
- certification such as CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) or CSPDT (Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician) may be required within 12-18 months of hire, in accordance with organizational policy
Skills:
- Basic knowledge of infection control and sterilization principles
- Ability to operate sterilization and decontamination equipment
- Attention to detail and manual dexterity
- Basic computer and documentation skills
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Education:
- Completion of a Sterile Processing Technician training program
Preferred Work Experience:
- Prior experience in a healthcare or sterile processing environment
Preferred Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations:
- CRCST or CSPDT certification at time of hire