Sterile Processing Tech

Schedule

Monday-Friday

Weekends: On-call weekend rotation

Hours: 8-hour shifts scheduled between 7:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Shift times vary throughout the week.

Orientation/Training

New team members are required to complete Sterile Processing orientation and training upon hire. Orientation includes department-specific education, hands-on training, and instruction on sterile processing standards, workflows, and regulatory requirements. Team members will work alongside an experienced preceptor throughout orientation to develop the skills and confidence needed to perform independently. Training focuses on instrument reprocessing, sterilization procedures, quality standards, documentation requirements, and supporting the needs of Surgical Services.

About Zeeland Hospital

Since 1921, Corewell Health Zeeland Hospital has delivered care that's advanced, yet makes you feel at home. With our help, your family can work toward a lifetime of good health in the Ottawa and Allegan County communities. Our hospital offers a close-knit community feel with the advantage of being supported by a larger healthcare system.

About the Department

The Sterile Processing Department is a fast -paced work environment. Upon hire Team Members are expected to attend a 90-day orientation. While on orientation techs will attend an SPD 101 class where educators will teach the Sterile Processing Department standard of work and regulations. Techs will also have a preceptor while on orientation. Technicians will assemble case carts according to surgery schedules. This will include sterile instrumentation according to patient procedure. When completed technicians will transport case cart to the OR and place in designated area. Depending on your hire site in Grand Rapids, Sterile Processing Departments can anticipate 40-90 surgical cases. Sites may include small differences but can expect the same job duties with expectations. Team members can also expect to wear surgical attire in the department.

About the Unit

The Sterile Processing Department supports a high-volume surgical services team and plays a critical role in patient care and safety. The Surgery Department includes 3 operating rooms, 2 endoscopy suites, a C-section room, and supports additional services including manometry and bronchoscopy.

This location is the busiest regional surgical site, performing approximately 200 more procedures per month than other top-performing regional hospitals. Team members support a wide variety of specialties including orthopedic, general surgery, OB/GYN, urology, dentistry, ear, nose and throat, and bariatric procedures. The Sterile Processing team works closely with Surgical Services to ensure instrumentation, supplies, and equipment are available and properly prepared to support quality patient care.

Scope of Work

Sterile Processing professionals are responsible for cleaning, decontaminating, inspecting, assembling, sterilizing, storing, and distributing medical and surgical instrumentation. They are among the most vital contributors to the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care. Work performed in the Sterile Processing Department follows a processing cycle that includes decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution. Technicians are responsible for preparing instrumentation and case carts according to surgical schedules and ensuring supplies are available when needed. Throughout the process, instruments and equipment must be inspected to verify cleanliness, functionality, and compliance with established standards. Sterile Processing Technicians are also responsible for maintaining accurate documentation, tracking instrumentation, monitoring sterilization processes, and supporting inventory management. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, organization, and a commitment to patient safety and quality.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required

CBSPD Certified in Sterile Processing Management (CSPM) or HSPA/IAHCSMM Registered Central Service Technician certification required within 1 year and 6 months of hire

Previous healthcare or Sterile Processing experience preferred

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail

Ability to safely handle and transport instruments, supplies, and equipment

How Corewell Health cares for you

• •Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here .
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• •Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• •Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Zeeland Hospital - 8333 Felch - Zeeland

Department Name

Surgery Department - Zeeland Hosp

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

36

Hours of Work

8 hours a day between the hours of 0700-1830. Varies throughout the week.

Days Worked

Monday - Friday

Weekend Frequency

On-call weekends

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