Sterile Processing Tech

Job Title: Sterile Processing Technician
Location: Cincinnati, OH 45219
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift/Schedule: 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m., 5 days/week, 40 hours/week
Pay Rate: $25 - $30/hour

• Disassemble, clean, and disinfect instruments and equipment using proper manual and mechanical processes.

• Operate decontamination equipment such as sonic washers, cart washers, washer sterilizers, and decontaminators.

• Perform assigned cleaning tasks in the work area.

• Use universal precautions (gloves, face shields, protective gowns) in decontamination areas.

• Retrieve reusable instruments and equipment from throughout the facility and transport to Sterile Processing.

• Unload instruments from washer sterilizers and distribute to assigned workstations.

• Assemble instrument trays and packs per written instructions and protocols.

• Check instruments for sharpness and proper functionality.

• Identify and memorize a wide variety of instruments.

• Apply sterilization wrappers and use heat sealers as needed.

• Ensure correct labeling of all packaged items.

• Load sterilizer carriages and transport trays to sterilization areas.

• Verify trays, packs, and basins are processed following correct procedures.

• Operate all sterilizer types and select appropriate cycle/time based on load.

• Understand sterilization methods including Sterrad and steam.

• Accurately document sterilization information manually or via computer.

• Perform biological monitoring per departmental policy.

• Handle sterile instruments and supplies correctly and restock sterile storage using proper rotation.

• Monitor all equipment to ensure proper functioning.

• Pull surgical supplies using preference cards.

• Maintain labeled locations for instruments and supplies for efficiency.

• Perform quality control checks before items leave the department.

• Restock, store, or return procedural carts as required.

• Fulfill requests from OR, Pre-op, and PACU.

• Assist with training new staff.

• Respond to emergency codes as needed.

• Follow departmental guidelines regarding sterility.

• Attend in-services and required meetings.

• Maintain knowledge of all Sterile Processing Department areas.

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of Central Service experience.

• Certification: Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST).

• Skills: Knowledge of sterilization processes, instrument handling, and decontamination protocols.