Sterile Processing Tech – Tech
Job ID: #895576 | Hermiston, OR
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Job ID: 895576
Estimated Weekly Gross: $1,552.12
Job Title
Sterile Processing Technician
Location
Hermiston, OR | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Nights | Monday–Friday, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Key Responsibilities
- Receive, clean, decontaminate, package, disinfect, sterilize, and store reusable medical and surgical instruments and equipment following established protocols
- Monitor, interpret, and document results of physical, chemical, and biological indicators for all sterilizers used in the sterile processing areas
- Prepare and distribute surgical case carts according to physician preference lists and anticipated perioperative team needs
- Distribute reprocessed medical and surgical supplies to appropriate areas within the facility as needed
- Inventory, receive, and restock materials used to support sterile processing services and assist with inventory control in surgery
- Adhere to standard precautions, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and follow all safety procedures and manufacturer instructions when handling equipment and cleaning solutions
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Ability to follow established sterile processing protocols and comply with organizational policies, regulatory, and accreditation standards
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills for interaction with patients, families, and healthcare team members
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently and perform frequent pushing, pulling, and carrying of objects up to 25 pounds
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Completion of a Sterile Processing Technician program
- Sterile Processing Technician Certificate
- CRASE training (note: CRASE training will be required if the assignment extends beyond a 6-month period)
- Previous sterile processing experience in a healthcare setting
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to contribute to patient safety and surgical excellence in a dynamic acute care environment
- Gain valuable experience working within a structured, protocol-driven sterile processing department
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