Sterile Processing Technician

Sterile Processing Technician I

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of the Sterile Processing Technician I is to perform technical tasks that support the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) including being responsible for decontamination, correct assembly, processing of all instruments, and any additional SPD functions. This individual must be knowledgeable and proficient in sterilization methodologies and universal precautions.

Job Specific Competencies

• Sterile Processing: a. Operates sterilization equipment for decontamination. b. Inspects, tests, assembles, packages and labels instruments in preparation of sterilization to ensure that instruments are ready and available when needed. c. Decontaminates and sterilizes instruments and equipment following all applicable regulations and facility written policies and procedures. d. Conducts all quality control testing. e. Performs all required maintenance and cleaning of SPD department and equipment in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. f. Recognizes safety hazards and initiates appropriate corrective/preventive measures.

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by supervisor.
• Ability to give and receive direction.
• Meets attendance standards and works the hours necessary to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Conforms to safety policies and general housekeeping practices.
• Demonstrates sound work ethics, flexible, and shows dedication to the position and the community.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude, is respectful, and possesses cultural awareness and sensitivity toward clients and co-workers.
• Keeps customer service and the mission of the organization in mind when interacting with all clients, co-workers, and others.
• Employees are expected to embrace, support and promote the core values of respect, integrity, trust, compassion and quality which align with the CVCH mission statement through their actions and interactions with all patients, staff, and others.
• Conforms to CVCH policies and Joint Commission and HIPAA regulations.
• Appropriately utilizes chain of command.
• Demonstrates willingness to learn and accept changes.
• Models standards of behavior and adheres to the CVCH code of conduct in all aspects of job performance.
• Skilled in organization and efficiency.
• Participates as an active member of the Infection Control Committee, assisting with committee projects.
• Involvement with the Environment of Care Committee, and other committees as assigned.

Job Specifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Certification/Licensure: Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR required or must be able to obtain within first 90 days of employment. Must be eligible for Medical Assistant-Registered Licensure.
• Experience: Six months of sterile processing experience preferred. Previous experience with instrument sterilization and knowledge of sterilization equipment maintenance preferred. CRCST certification preferred.
• Language Skills: English required.
• Essential Technical/Motor Skills: Ability to handle delicate equipment. Ability to work with technical information. Good communication skills. Must have basic computer and keyboarding skills; must demonstrate manual dexterity.
• Interpersonal Skills: Caring attitude and commitment to serve, works cooperatively with others as part of a team, works independently. Effort and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently and carry out instructions effectively. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with other staff and management. Demonstrated skill in developing and maintaining productive work teams. Demonstrated skill in a work environment in developing and maintaining productive relationships internally/externally. Contact with the public is required.
• Essential Physical Requirements: This job is performed mostly in an inside clinical environment. Essential physical requirements of this job include: Prolonged standing, walking throughout the work period in a fast-paced department. Light physical effort; repetitive motions of wrists, hands, and/or fingers; reaching, kneeling, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling; frequent sitting; lifting and/or moving items weighing up to 20 pounds; ability to read forms and computer screens and to read correspondence and other important documents in relation to performing tasks in accordance to regulations. May be required to work outside traditional work schedule.
• Essential Mental Abilities: Attention to detail. Essential mental abilities include: ability to exercise sound independent judgment; ability to read, comprehend, and analyze documents, regulations, and policies.
• Essential Sensory Requirements: Essential sensory requirements include the ability to: read computer keyboard, monitor, and documents; receive and convey detailed information orally, hear instructions orally and carry them out.
• Exposure to Hazards: Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks (i.e. Blood, sharps, needles, contamination of blood borne- pathogens), which requires following basic safety precautions. Will work with blood or blood-borne pathogens and other infectious diseases, which will require knowledge and understanding of OSHA protocols.
• Blood/Fluid Exposure Risk Category I 1. Tasks routinely involve a potential for mucous membrane or skin contact exposure to blood, fluids, or tissue. 2. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE), when appropriate, is required.
• Age Specific Competency Position does not involve patient care. Position will demonstrate general knowledge and skill to effectively communicate and provide safety measures to all life cycles.
• Telecommuting Position NOT eligible for Telecommuting

Summary

*Coverage below based on a 1.0 FTE; Medical, Dental, Paid Leave, Holidays are prorated based on FTE

Benefit: - Coverage: - Effective:

MedicalPremera (Self Insured)Preferred Provider - Employee covered - $70.00 per monthDependents covered – please refer to the benefits Guide 2026 for rates - First of the month following the first date of employment.

DentalWashington Dental - Employee covered – 100%Dependents covered – 50% - First of the month following the first date of employment.

Paid Leave - 120 hours – Year 1136 hours - Year 2Each year after that employee will accrue 8 hours of PTO each year, on their anniversary date, until they reach a maximum of 208 hours at 10+ years. - Paid Leave may be used immediately for sick leave and after 3 months employment for vacation. Maximum accrual cap of 320 hours; hours in excess of 320 hours will automatically transfer into the employees EIB.

Extended Illness Bank (EIB) - Allows for maximum accrual of 200 hours - PTO hours in excess of 320 will transfer into the employees EIB. Employees are eligible to use EIB hours after at least 3 consecutive scheduled working days of PTO (max 24 hours) which have been used for a personal illness and/or a qualifying event under FMLA or the WA Family Care Act.

Holidays - 88 hours related to:· New Year's Day· Memorial Day· 4thof July· Labor Day· Thanksgiving Day· Day after Thanksgiving· Christmas Eve· Christmas Day· 3 Diversity Days - Holidays are calculated as 8-hour days if full time, 1.0 FTE, and paid based on the calendar year (January 1 through December 31). Holiday hours will be added to the employee's timecard automatically. If an employee is part-time, as documented in our HR/Payroll system, Holiday hours will be pro-rated. If an employee starts after the calendar year has begun, holiday hours will be prorated based on remaining holidays in the calendar year and diversity days will be prorated as outlined below:· Jan 1- April 30: 3 diversity days (24 hours if 1.0 FTE)· May 1 – August 31: 2 diversity days (16 hours if 1.0 FTE)· Sept 1 – Dec 31: 1 diversity day (8 hours if 1.0 FTE)Please refer to the Paid Leave policy for additional details.

403(b) Retirement PlanLincoln Financial - 150% CVCH match up to 3% of the employee's contribution - Immediately. Vesting schedule:20% at 2 years, 50% at 3 years, 60% at 4 years, and 100% at 5 years.

Employee Assistance ProgramMutual of Omaha - No cost short-term counseling for employee and family - Immediately. Call View phone number on click.appcast.io

Long-term DisabilityMutual of Omaha - Employee Only (variable) - First of the month following the first date of employment.

Benefit: - Coverage: - Effective:

Basic Term LifeMutual of Omaha - Employee Only (1x annual salary, up to $200,000) - First of the month following the first date