Technician, SPD Certified- Sterile Processing, Part-Time 3pm-7pm, Elmer/Vineland

Sterile Processing Technician

To clean, decontaminate, inspect, assemble and sterilize instruments for Surgical Services and other departments. To clean, assemble, inspect and distribute patient care equipment. To perform other duties to facilitate departmental operations. Demonstrates superior technical skills and knowledge of all Sterile Processing functions.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of a Sterile Processing Technician Training Program, including 400 hours of hands-on experience in an SPD setting, is required.

Certification/Licensure

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) required within two years of hire.
• CIS – Certified Instrument Specialist preferred.
• CER – Certified Endoscope Reprocessor preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• SPD technicians should demonstrate competency in:
• Cleaning and disinfecting surgical instruments
• Assembling and packaging instrument trays
• Operating sterilization equipment (autoclaves, HLD systems)
• Adhering to regulatory standards, including AAMI, CDC, OSHA, DNV, and AORN
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Physical Requirements:

N: Never O: Occasionally (80%)

Lifting - C - Standing - C - Sitting - O

Lifting 20-50lbs - C - Climbing - F - Kneeling - O

Lifting>50lbs - N - Crouching - O - Reaching - F

Carrying - C - Hearing - C - Walking - C

Pushing - C - Talking - C - Vision - C

Environmental Conditions:

Noise - C - Varied Temperatures - C - Cleaning Agents - C

Noxious odors - C - Patient Exposure - C - Operative Equipment - C

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