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Position: Sterile Processing Technician - 1974404
Location: 7333 Smith's Mill Rd, New Albany, OH, 43054
Facility: Mount Carmel New Albany
Duration: 3 Months of Contract Possible Extension
Star Dates: 07/12/2026
Department: Sterile Processing )
Shift: Mon Wed 11 Am to 11.30 PM
Weekly Hours: 36

Position Summary
The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, storage, and distribution of surgical instruments and medical equipment. This role ensures that all instruments and supplies are properly processed and available to support patient care and surgical procedures while maintaining compliance with infection prevention, safety, and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities

Decontaminate, clean, disinfect, and sterilize surgical instruments and medical equipment according to hospital policies and industry standards.
Inspect instruments for cleanliness, functionality, and damage prior to assembly and sterilization.
Assemble instrument trays and surgical case carts accurately according to surgeon preference cards and procedure requirements.
Operate sterilization equipment including steam sterilizers, autoclaves, ultrasonic cleaners, and low-temperature sterilization systems.
Perform biological, chemical, and mechanical monitoring of sterilization processes and maintain accurate documentation.
Maintain inventory of sterile instruments and supplies, ensuring proper storage, rotation, and stock levels.
Distribute sterile instruments and supplies to operating rooms and clinical departments in a timely manner.
Respond to urgent requests from the Operating Room and procedural areas.
Track instruments through the sterilization process using instrument tracking systems when applicable.
Adhere to infection control, safety, and regulatory guidelines including AAMI, AORN, Joint Commission, and hospital standards.
Assist with maintaining a clean, organized, and safe Sterile Processing Department.

Sterile Processing Technician

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