Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Sterile Processing Tech 1 Job Locations US-OR-Portland Requisition ID 2025-33025 Position Category Hospital/Clinic Support Position Type Regular Full-Time Job Type AFSCME union represented Department Central Sterile Processing Department Salary Range $23.63 - $31.98 per hour FTE 1.00 Schedule Wednesday - Saturday Hours 9:00pm - 7:30am (10 hours Night Shift ) HR Mission Healthcare Drug Testable Yes Department Overview

The Sterile Processing Technician I performs routine work in the decontamination, assembly, testing, and distribution of medical equipment, supplies, and instruments in a medical facility. 

 

This is the first level of a three-level series. It is distinguished from the higher levels by the absence of responsibility for performing advanced and complicated sterilization, assembly and testing of medical equipment, supplies and instruments. Employees in this level may be in training to perform Central Services Technician II duties.

Function/Duties of Position Pickup used equipment from OHSU clinics, patient care areas, and other locations as designated Use knowledge of sterilization and infection control principles to properly decontaminate instrumentation and equipment. Appropriately operate equipment including, but not limited to, cart washers, decontaminators, computers, ultrasonic, scanners, telephones, and photocopiers. Performs routine instrument and equipment quality checks.Dispense equipment & instrumentation, Restocking of Carts, Case Cart Picking, assists with Operating Room Turnover, Put aways (instruments, supplies, and equipment). Maintains Patient & Customer Focus.

Assists with inservicing and orientation of staff, both new and those in assignment rotation.

Required Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent ANDOne year work experience in any field. Preferred Qualifications Completion of (or enrollment in) the Sterile Processing Course; OR 2 years job experience in a hospital, clinic, or medical laboratory with exposure to decontamination and cleaning processes OR 2years materials handling experience including inventory and stocking of perishable supplies.CBSPD or HSPA Additional Details

Rotate weekends, work various shifts, work with detergents, enzymes, germiside, and other related chemicals.

All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.