Sterile Processing Technician

Job DescriptionDo you have the following skills, experience and drive to succeed in this role Find out below.DescriptionHoursFull Time 40hrsMainly Evening Shift with other shifts as neededRequired Day Shift training to startLocation: Beachwood Medical CenterFor full time roles, University Hospitals is offering a $5,000 sign on bonus for external applicants who are certified in sterile processing. A $3,000 sign on bonus is being offered to external applicants that are non-certified, but have a minimum of 6 months of working experienceA Brief Overview The Sterile Processing Technician role is responsible for receiving, sorting, decontaminating, reassembling, packaging, sterilizing, storing and distributing reusable patient care equipment, instrument trays and supplies.What You Will Do Performs decontamination procedurePrepares reusable patient care items for sterilizationSterilization using appropriate sterilization methodsPicks surgical case carts, stores and distribute reusable patient care equipment, instrument trays and suppliesParticipates as a productive member of the O.R. processing teamMaintains positive relationships with patients, customers, and co-workersParticipates as a productive member of the perioperative process teamAdditional Responsibilities Performs other duties as assigned.Complies with all policies and standards.For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.QualificationsEducation High School Equivalent / GED (Required)Graduate of a Sterile Processing program (Preferred)Work Experience Previous hospital central service instrument decontamination and assembly, inventory or distribution experience (Preferred)Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Basic medical terminology (Preferred proficiency)Steam, EtO, Plasma, Peracetic Acid, Dry Heat, and liquid sterilants. (Required proficiency)Knowledge of: Equipment, sterilizers, washers, instruments, and tray assembly. (Required proficiency)Good manual dexterity. (Required proficiency)Attention to details. (Required proficiency)Licenses and Certifications Effective June 1, 2025 - all non-certified Sterile Processing Technicians system wide will have one year to become certified through CBSPD or IAHCSMM and must maintain certification thereafter. xijylhu (Required)National or International Sterile Processing Technician Certification through CBSPD or IAHCSMM. (Preferred)Physical Demands Standing ConstantlyWalking ConstantlySitting RarelyLifting Constantly up to 50 lbsCarrying Constantly up to 50 lbsPushing Constantly up to 50 lbsPulling Constantly up to 50 lbsClimbing Constantly up to 50 lbsBalancing ConstantlyStooping ConstantlyKneeling ConstantlyCrouching ConstantlyCrawling ConstantlyReaching ConstantlyHandling ConstantlyGrasping ConstantlyFeeling ConstantlyTalking ConstantlyHearing FrequentlyRepetitive Motions ConstantlyEye/Hand/Foot Coordination ConstantlyTravel Requirements 10%

Created: 2026-03-12