Sterile Processing Technician

St. Charles Health System

. Assemble and disassemble surgical case supplies and distribute them for surgical cases .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeBend • Oregon • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $22 - $42 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in sterilization processes, instrument handling, and maintaining a safe environment in surgical settings. Proficient in customer service and compliance with healthcare regulations while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)Surgical Case PreparationSterilization Equipment OperationInventory ManagementPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE) Compliance

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Hard Skills

Surgical Case Supply AssemblyInstrument Cleaning and DecontaminationCase Cart PreparationInventory RestockingEquipment Maintenance

Soft Skills

Customer ServiceProfessionalismConfidentiality

Tools & Technologies

Sterilization Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)SPD Technician Certification

Industry Keywords

HealthcareSurgical ProceduresContinuous ImprovementSafety ComplianceRegulatory Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assemble and disassemble surgical case supplies and distribute them for surgical cases
Clean, decontaminate, sterilize, and distribute instruments and supplies
Prepare case carts and surgical procedures
Operate various sterilization equipment
Restock department inventory and ensure instruments are stored properly
Clean and maintain department equipment
Support the organization’s vision, mission, values, and continuous-improvement principles
Provide and maintain a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests
Deliver timely, efficient, accurate customer service and/or patient care
Maintain professionalism and confidentiality and comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures
Perform additional duties of similar complexity as required or assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED
Must obtain Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification from the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management or SPD Technician certification from CBSPD within 18 months of hire
Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Ability to stand, walk, lift/carry/push/pull 25–50 pounds, grasp/squeeze, use a clear and audible speaking voice, and hear normal speech level continually
Ability to bend, stoop/kneel/crouch, reach overhead, and lift/carry/push/pull 11–25 pounds frequently
Ability to climb a ladder/step stool, lift/carry/push/pull 1–10 pounds, and hear whispered speech level occasionally
Ability to sit, climb stairs, operate a keyboard, and operate a motor vehicle rarely
Ability to work the scheduled Thursday–Monday, 0700–1530 shift, including weekends and holidays as scheduled

Benefits

Comp & perks

In-state or out-of-state relocation assistance for Certified candidates with one year of relevant experience who have not worked at St. Charles Health System in the last year