Sterile Supply Technician

Job Description

At TriHealth, Sterile Processing Technicians are the foundation of safe, high - quality patient care.

Your work ensures every instrument, tray, and piece of equipment used in our operating rooms and clinical environments meets the highest standards of safety, precision, and readiness. You are a critical partner to our surgical teams and a trusted guardian of patient wellbeing.

Location: Clinton Memorial Hospital

Schedule: Full time, day shift

Incentives & Benefits:

We offer competitive shift differentials, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings plans, and tuition reimbursement.

*PRN positions not eligible for TriHealth benefits

Minimum Job Requirements:

• High School Degree or GED
• Certification in Central Service/Sterile Supply
• Able to read, write, speak English and perform simple math operations
• Ability to provide leadership and to oversee the work of technicians
• Operate hazardous equipment
• Knowledge of microbiology, infection control, Computerized record keeping
• 1-2 years experience in a related field

Job Overview:

This position can independently decontaminates, cleans, prepares, retrieves, and sterilizes surgical items and equipment. This position also stores and issues supplies in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. This position must have complete knowledge to use specific mechanical equipment, such as, sonic cleaners, washer sterilizers, EtO, Sterrad, Steris, and other specialized equipment; must also have extensive knowledge of regulatory agency requirements and adhere to guidelines. This position also mentors/orients new staff and acts as a resource to Sterile Supply Technician I.

Job Responsibilities:

• Uses and mentors new team members in proper sterilization methods for all items being processed; completes sterilization records and processes biologicals according to policy to support the sterilization method used.
• Trains new team members in inventory management, including proper storage of supplies, checking for outdates, rotating stock, and placing instrument trays, sets, and peel packs in their correct locations while maintaining storage standards.
• Trains new team members on how to inspect, assemble, wrap, and properly label instrument sets, trays, and other items for processing according to policy and provided instructions.
• Teaches team members how to assemble trays and sets correctly based on provided information and established guidelines.
• Trains new team members to inspect all scopes, cords, and power sets for proper functioning, ensuring cords, adapters, and related components are correct and operational.
• Teaches proper breakdown and decontamination of instrument sets and case carts according to established procedures and provided information.
• Supports ongoing adherence to sterilization, assembly, inspection, and decontamination standards by guiding new team members through proper techniques and policies.

Working Conditions:

Climbing - Rarely

Concentrating - Frequently

Continuous Learning - Consistently

Hearing: Conversation - Consistently

Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently

Interpersonal Communication - Consistently

Kneeling - Occasionally

Lifting <10 Lbs - Consistently

Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Rarely

Lifting <50 Lbs. - Frequently

Pulling - Frequently

Pushing - Frequently

Reaching - Frequently

Reading - Frequently

Sitting - Occasionally

Standing - Consistently

Stooping - Frequently

Talking - Consistently

Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently

Use of Hands - Consistently

Color Vision - Consistently

Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently

Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently

Walking - Frequently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:

Serve: ALWAYS...

• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"

• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist

• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas

Excel: ALWAYS...

• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met

• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)

• Work on improving quality, safety, and service

Respect: ALWAYS...

• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.

• Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.

• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.

Value: ALWAYS...

• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.

• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.

• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.

Engage: ALWAYS...

• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.

• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community