Sterile Processing Instrument Specialist Job at Advocate Aurora Health (Winston Salem)

Instrument Specialist

Responsible for ensuring that the department has everything it needs to operate ...

Location

United States , High Point

Salary:

22.90 - 34.35 USD / Hour

Advocate Aurora Health

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Two years' experience in Sterile Processing required
Certification as a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) or other sterile processing certification required
Certification as a Surgical Instrument Specialist required within one year of hire

Job Responsibility

Coordinates the repair of instruments with appropriate vendor and maintains a log for tracking items set off-site
Coordinates the maintenance of instrument sets by assessing surgical case schedule and deducing which instruments can be removed from circulation
Coordinates the procurement of and return of loaner, vendor, and/or trial instrument sets
Orders new and replacement supplies and instruments based on inventory, par levels, iShare requests, and at the direction of the Manager of Sterile Processing while striving to adhere to departmental budgets
Assists with resolving product and/or instrument recalls as quickly as possible to promote patient care
Maintains the department's instrument tracking system by entering new instruments into system and building count sheets
Collaborates with SPD Liaisons to ensure sets are available and complete
Uses excellent communication skills when discussing instrument availability with SPD Supervisors, SPD Liaisons, and/or OR Clinical Coordinators
Expert in all aspects of the sterile processing cycle and ability to provide guidance and education to SPD
Assists with special projects and interdepartmental committees as needed

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

Fulltime

Instrument Specialist

Responsible for ensuring that the department has everything it needs to operate ...

Location

United States , High Point

Salary:

22.90 - 34.35 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Two years' experience in Sterile Processing required
Certification as a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) or other sterile processing certification required
Certification as a Surgical Instrument Specialist required within one year of hire
Proficient communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel
Ability to order instruments via PeopleSoft

Job Responsibility

Coordinates the repair of instruments with appropriate vendor and maintains a log for tracking items set off-site
Coordinates the maintenance of instrument sets by assessing surgical case schedule and deducing which instruments can be removed from circulation
Coordinates the procurement of and return of loaner, vendor, and/or trial instrument sets
Orders new and replacement supplies and instruments based on inventory, par levels, iShare requests, and at the direction of the Manager of Sterile Processing while striving to adhere to departmental budgets
Assists with resolving product and/or instrument recalls as quickly as possible to promote patient care
Maintains the department's instrument tracking system by entering new instruments into system and building count sheets
Collaborates with SPD Liaisons to ensure sets are available and complete
Uses excellent communication skills when discussing instrument availability with SPD Supervisors, SPD Liaisons, and/or OR Clinical Coordinators
Expert in all aspects of the sterile processing cycle and ability to provide guidance and education to SPD
Assists with special projects and interdepartmental committees as needed

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

Fulltime

Instrument Specialist

Responsible for ensuring that the department has everything it needs to operate ...

Location

United States , High Point

Salary:

22.90 - 34.35 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Two years' experience in Sterile Processing required
Certification as a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) or other sterile processing certification required
Certification as a Surgical Instrument Specialist required within one year of hire
Proficient communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel
Ability to order instruments via PeopleSoft

Job Responsibility

Coordinates the repair of instruments with appropriate vendor and maintains a log for tracking items set off-site
Coordinates the maintenance of instrument sets by assessing surgical case schedule and deducing which instruments can be removed from circulation
Coordinates the procurement of and return of loaner, vendor, and/or trial instrument sets
Orders new and replacement supplies and instruments based on inventory, par levels, iShare requests, and at the direction of the Manager of Sterile Processing while striving to adhere to departmental budgets
Assists with resolving product and/or instrument recalls as quickly as possible to promote patient care
Maintains the department's instrument tracking system by entering new instruments into system and building count sheets
Collaborates with SPD Liaisons to ensure sets are available and complete
Uses excellent communication skills when discussing instrument availability with SPD Supervisors, SPD Liaisons, and/or OR Clinical Coordinators
Expert in all aspects of the sterile processing cycle and ability to provide guidance and education to SPD
Assists with special projects and interdepartmental committees as needed

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

Fulltime

Instrument Specialist

Responsible for ensuring that the department has everything it needs to operate ...

Location

United States , High Point

Salary:

22.90 - 34.35 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Two years' experience in Sterile Processing required
Certification as a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) or other sterile processing certification required
Certification as a Surgical Instrument Specialist required within one year of hire
Proficient communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel
Ability to order instruments via PeopleSoft

Job Responsibility

Coordinates the repair of instruments with appropriate vendor and maintains a log for tracking items set off-site
Coordinates the maintenance of instrument sets by assessing surgical case schedule and deducing which instruments can be removed from circulation
Coordinates the procurement of and return of loaner, vendor, and/or trial instrument sets
Orders new and replacement supplies and instruments based on inventory, par levels, iShare requests, and at the direction of the Manager of Sterile Processing while striving to adhere to departmental budgets
Assists with resolving product and/or instrument recalls as quickly as possible to promote patient care
Maintains the department's instrument tracking system by entering new instruments into system and building count sheets
Collaborates with SPD Liaisons to ensure sets are available and complete
Uses excellent communication skills when discussing instrument availability with SPD Supervisors, SPD Liaisons, and/or OR Clinical Coordinators
Expert in all aspects of the sterile processing cycle and ability to provide guidance and education to SPD
Assists with special projects and interdepartmental committees as needed

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Fulltime

Materials Process Specialist, Work Leader

Performs duties as set forth in the basic job description in addition to acting ...

Location

United States of America , Rochester

Salary:

21.95 - 29.77 USD / Hour

University of Rochester

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

One year of post-secondary education and 1 year of related materials processing experience
or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Certification as a Registered Central Sterile Processing Distribution Technician preferred
Computer experience and knowledge of medical terminology preferred
If hired on or after January 1, 2014, candidate must pass a nationally accredited central service exam for central service technicians
and hold and maintain one of the following credentials administered by a nationally accredited central service technician credentialing organization within eighteen months of hire: certified registered central service technician credential
certified sterile processing and distribution technician credential
or a substantially equivalent credential
In addition, twelve CEU credits must be obtained annually
If hired on or before December 31, 2013, ten CEU credits must be obtained annually

Job Responsibility

Inspects, assembles, packages and sterilizes surgical instrument pans, procedural trays, technical equipment, and surgical case carts for the OR, Ambulatory Care Facilities, Hospital Units and Research Clinics
Operates sterilizers
prepares and dispenses sterile items
inspects and stocks supplies
performs inspection, adjusting, cleaning and general servicing of instruments and equipment supplied by the Materials for Surgical Services department to insure instruments and equipment are operating properly prior to issuing
Inspects, assembles, packages and sterilizes surgical instrument pans, procedural trays, technical equipment, and surgical case carts
Operates steam sterilizers in accordance with established procedures
Checks and adjusts medical equipment according to specific procedures to insure instruments and equipment are operating according to specifications prior to issuing
Decontaminates surgical instruments and equipment following established procedures
Receives and stores supplies from outside vendors and Hospital areas

Fulltime

SPD Technician Floor Lead

The SPD Technician Floor Lead is accountable for the daily work flow and assignm...

Location

United States , Madera

Salary:

26.65 - 37.90 USD / Hour

Valley Children's Healthcare

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High School Diploma/G.E.D. (required)
CIS - Certified Instrument Specialist - HSPA - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (required)
CRCST - Certified Registered Central Service Technician - HSPA - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (required) Or CBSPDT - Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician - Certified Board of Sterile Processing and Distribution (required)
Minimum five (5) years A minimum of 5 years progressively responsible experience, which includes specialty instrumentation, devices, and equipment. (preferred)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and knowledge of instrumentation, medical devices, and endoscopes.
Computer Skills Demonstrates proficiency in computer skills.

Job Responsibility

Accountable for the daily work flow and assignments of Tech I, Tech II, and Tech III staff, to ensure cleaning, inspecting, assembly, high-level disinfection, and/or sterilization of all instrumentation, medical devices, and flexible endoscopes for the hospital.
Responsible for accurately entering data into an instrument tracking system.
Follows departmental policies, processes, and regulatory requirements.

Fulltime

Materials Processing Specialist

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to M...

Location

United States of America , Rochester

Salary:

21.10 - 28.64 USD / Hour

University of Rochester

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

One year of post-secondary education and 1 year of related materials processing experience
or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Certification as a Registered Central Sterile Processing Distribution Technician preferred
Computer experience and knowledge of medical terminology preferred
If hired on or after January 1, 2014, candidate must pass a nationally accredited central service exam for central service technicians
and hold and maintain one of the following credentials administered by a nationally accredited central service technician credentialing organization within eighteen months of hire: certified registered central service technician credential
certified sterile processing and distribution technician credential
or a substantially equivalent credential
In addition, twelve CEU credits must be obtained annually
If hired on or before December 31, 2013, ten CEU credits must be obtained annually

Job Responsibility

Inspects, assembles, packages and sterilizes surgical instrument pans, procedural trays, technical equipment, and surgical case carts for the OR, Ambulatory Care Facilities, Hospital Units and Research Clinics
Operates sterilizers
prepares and dispenses sterile items
inspects and stocks supplies
performs inspection, adjusting, cleaning and general servicing of instruments and equipment supplied by the Materials for Surgical Services department to insure instruments and equipment are operating properly prior to issuing
Inspects, assembles, packages and sterilizes surgical instrument pans, procedural trays, technical equipment, and surgical case carts: selects method of packaging and sterilization consulting with Processing Manager as needed, examines surgical instrumentation for cleanliness and proper assembly and function
assembles instrument sets ensuring appropriate number and type of instrument per ESI software program protocols
handles instruments appropriately to ensure sterilization
completes count/supply sheets to document contents of tray
follows established procedures to package/wrap trays/instruments to guarantee sterilization

Fulltime

Staff Education Specialist, Sterile Processing

Responsible for overseeing the training of new employees, continuous assessment ...

Location

United States , Winston Salem

Salary:

24.10 - 36.15 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High school diploma or GED with five years' experience in Sterile Processing
Completion of an accredited Sterile Processing certificate program with three years' experience in Sterile Processing
Certification as a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT), or Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST), or other sterile processing certification
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Demonstrates ability to assess the need for, plan, implement and evaluate high-quality, cost-effective educational programs for staff
Ability to operate equipment such as the steam sterilizer, low temperature sterilizers, ultrasonic washers, and washer decontaminators

Job Responsibility

Oversees orientation and training of all new employees and continuing education for all employees
Demonstrates expert skill and knowledge in central sterile processing, incorporating developmental, cultural and ethical considerations
Acts as a resource for staff members
Provides education to staff on regulatory standards and compliance, current clinical practice issues, and safety standards
Maintains and updates all orientation manuals and skills checklists
Creates individualized training plan for all new employees
Conducts weekly assessments of new employees and adjusts orientation training schedule as needed
Assesses competency of preceptors to ensure they have the knowledge and skill to assist with orientation of new employees
Provides re-education to employees as performance issues arise
Coordinates in-service schedule for new instruments, continuing education, etc.

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Fulltime

Sterile Processing Instrument Specialist

Advocate Aurora Health

Location:
United States , Winston Salem

Category:
Health and Beauty

Contract Type:
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February 20, 2026

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