Sterile Processing Tech

Collect and decontaminate reusable equipment and supplies in accordance with department, manufacturer, and OSHA standards. Inspect, disassemble, sort, and process general and specialty instruments, including complex sets for ear, vascular, orthopedic, cataract, and lap-cholecystectomy procedures. Assemble instrument sets using standard operating procedures and surgical case count sheets. Sharpen dull instruments and repair broken ones prior to sterilization. Sterilize equipment using steam, hydrogen peroxide, paracetic acid, ethylene oxide, or glutaraldehyde per manufacturer instructions. This role requires one year of related work experience and certification within six months. Virginia Mason Franciscan Health offers a legacy of compassionate care across 10 hospitals in the Puget Sound region.