Sterile Processing Technician - RST

Job Summary

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for performing delegated activities to support the operating room team in the care of the surgical patient.

Essential Functions

• Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, Core Charge RN, and Core Supervisor, prepares and delivers medical/surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment for surgical procedures.
• Cleans, packages, and processes surgical equipment and instrumentation, as well as maintains inventory and storage of supplies in the core.
• Manages multiple computer applications to assist with sterilization tracking and processes.
• Operates and troubleshoots power equipment to process instruments (e.g., autoclaves, washer disinfector, ultrasonic cleaners).
  
  

Skills

Required Skills & Experience

• Adapts to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting.
• Proven ability to communicate with a variety of people in a direct, empathetic, and articulate manner.
• Demonstrated patient-centered and customer-focused communication skills.
• Frequent lifting/carrying of 25 pounds or more, with occasional work above shoulder level.
  
  

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Prefer two years of experience in the handling and sterilization processing of surgical/medical/dental instrumentation within the past four years, or vocational certificate as Central Service Technician or Patient Care Assistant within the last two years.
• Alternatively, at least two years of experience as a Central Service Technician or Patient Care Assistant in an acute care setting within the last five years.
• Prefer knowledge of medical terminology.
  
  

Education

Required Education

• High School diploma or GED.
  
  

Certifications & Licensure

Required

• Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) Certification as a Central Processing Technician (CRCST) within 18 months of hire.
• Must be 18 years of age prior to start date.
• CBSPD or CRCST
• BLS
  
  

Preferred

• Vocational certificate as Central Service Technician or Patient Care Assistant within the last two years.
• Two years of experience in the handling and sterilization processing of surgical/medical/dental instrumentation within the past four years.
• At least two years of experience as a Central Service Technician or Patient Care Assistant in an acute care setting within the last five years.
  
  

Join our dedicated team in Rochester, MN, a city known for its high quality of life, excellent educational opportunities, and world-class healthcare facilities. Experience a supportive work environment where you can grow and make a difference in patient care.