Sterile Processing Technician - SPT 26-10938

Sterile Processing Technician

Location: Ganado, AZ
Shift: Day Shift
Hours: 8 hours per day
Schedule: Day Shift

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Sterile Processing Technician responsible for the safe and effective decontamination, cleaning, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and medical equipment.

The technician will play a critical role in supporting patient safety and infection prevention by ensuring instruments and equipment are properly processed and available for clinical use.

Key Responsibilities

• Decontaminate and clean surgical instruments and medical equipment using appropriate PPE and infection-control procedures.
• Disassemble, inspect, clean, and reassemble complex surgical instruments according to manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFUs) and established procedures.
• Assemble and package surgical instrument trays and sets accurately.
• Operate sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, and other sterile processing equipment safely and effectively.
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness, functionality, damage, and completeness before sterilization.
• Identify and document missing, damaged, or malfunctioning instruments according to established procedures.
• Operate and monitor sterilization cycles and maintain accurate sterilization and instrument-tracking records.
• Handle surgical instruments and equipment carefully to prevent damage or loss.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels of instruments, supplies, and sterile processing materials.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of sterile processing equipment and work areas.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe decontamination, assembly, and sterilization areas.
• Follow infection-control, quality-assurance, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Complete required computer documentation, tracking activities, and processing records accurately.
• Communicate effectively with nursing staff, surgical personnel, physicians, supervisors, and other healthcare team members.
• Report equipment problems, instrument damage, processing concerns, and supply shortages to appropriate personnel.
• Participate in required training and competency assessments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous sterile processing or related healthcare experience preferred.
• Knowledge of surgical instruments, decontamination procedures, instrument assembly, packaging, and sterilization practices.
• Understanding of infection-control principles and safe handling of contaminated instruments.
• Ability to follow detailed SOPs, manufacturer IFUs, and established processing guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and patient safety.
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy.
• Basic computer skills and ability to complete electronic documentation.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and safely handle sterile processing equipment and instrument trays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification as a Sterile Processing Technician, such as CRCST, CSPDT, or CIS.
• Previous experience in a hospital, ambulatory surgery center, or central sterile/sterile processing department.
• Familiarity with ANSI/AAMI standards and manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFUs).