Job Title: Sterile Processing Technician (SPT)
Specialty: Sterile Processing Service (SPS) - decontamination, prep & packaging, sterilization, tracking, and distribution of reusable medical equipment (RME)
Place of Work (City/State): Fresno, CA
Site: VA Central California Health Care System (VACCHCS)
location: Fresno VA Medical Center, 2615 E. Clinton Ave, Fresno, CA 93703
Duration: 12 months contract
Shift Schedule: 5 days/week, 8-hour shifts.
- Day: 7:00 AM 3:30 PM
- Evening: 3:00 PM 11:30 PM
- Night: 11:00 PM 7:30 AM
How many shifts needed per month: ~20 22 shifts per month per tech (Mon Fri, 40 hrs/week)
Credentialing / Onboarding time: 6 weeks to 8 weeks
Certifications: One of the following, current/active (mandatory):
- HSPA (formerly IAHCSMM) - CRCST or equivalent
- CBSPD
- BLS
Education: High school diploma/GED standard
Experience needed: Minimum 2 years SPS experience. Must read, write, and communicate clearly in English
Special Skills needed:
- Decontamination of complex instrumentation
- Inspection, assembly, and packaging of specialty surgical trays
- Operation of all sterilization systems (autoclaves, V-Pro, automated washers, ultrasonic cleaners) and interpretation of sterilization indicators
- Endoscope reprocessing (if applicable)
- Case cart preparation and inventory management
- Documentation/tracking per AAMI ST79, VHA directives, facility SOPs
Responsibilities:
- Clean and decontaminate reusable medical instruments per AAMI, AORN, FDA, OSHA, and MIFU standards using appropriate PPE
- Inspect instruments for biological residue, staining, pitting, rust, cracking, damage, and functionality
- Assemble, package, and label instrument sets; maintain sterility
- Operate and monitor sterilization equipment; verify and document all cycles
- Maintain records of decontamination, sterilization, equipment testing, and distribution (CensiTrac)
- Transport soiled/clean RME through the medical center; may assist training new staff
Prime Physicians is a physician-led, The Joint Commission (TJC) Accredited, ISO 9001 certified and CMMI Level 3 appraised organization. Our commitment extends beyond traditional consulting and management services, offering comprehensive solutions to hospitals, health systems, and federal government agencies. At the heart of our operations is the ultimate goal to deliver high-quality patient care. Driven by a mission to catalyze healthcare transformation and innovation, we offer an array of services designed to redefine the healthcare landscape. From program and project management to strategic planning, we enhance operational efficiency and streamline business processes. With Prime Physicians, the future of patient care is in skilled and dedicated hands, leading the way towards a more efficient, effective, and compassionate healthcare system.
