Is a Career in Sterile Processing Right for You?
The Sterile Processing Department plays a vital role in patient safety. Technicians ensure surgical instruments and medical devices are clean, decontaminated, assembled, disinfected and sterilized for safe and effective patient care.
If you are detail-oriented, dependable and take pride in supporting healthcare teams and patient outcomes, a career in Sterile Processing may be the perfect fit.
A rewarding career.
A critical impact.
Every day.
Is This the Right Profession for Me?
Working in SPD requires a strong understanding of multi-dimensional tasks and responsibilities. You may be a great fit if you are comfortable with:
Cleaning, decontamination, packaging and sterilization of surgical instruments
Processing and reprocessing of reusable medical devices
Cleaning, testing, assembly and distribution of movable patient care equipment
The facility’s purchasing procedures
Storage, handling and distribution of sterile surgical instruments and devices
What to Expect in Sterile Processing
Patient & Personnel Safety is Paramount
SPD work is highly regulated because what you do makes a direct difference in the care and safety of patients.
Behind Every Successful Surgery
The department is often called the heart of the hospital. Without SPD, surgery cannot happen.
Work in Hospitals and Surgery Centers
Opportunities are available in hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, GI centers, dental offices and more.
High Reward, High Impact
It is a rewarding career knowing you directly contribute to patient safety and positive outcomes every day.
Career Growth & Development
Training and certifications can open doors to leadership roles and specialized opportunities.
Endoscopy Processing Technician
Every day, the Gastrointestinal/Endoscopy Department performs essential functions to support the medical and surgical care of patients. Endoscopy processing technicians play a critical role in cleaning, high-level disinfecting, assembling and sterilizing flexible endoscopes used in patient care.
Your work helps:
- ✓Support safe and effective endoscopic procedures
- ✓Prevent infection and cross-contamination
- ✓Ensure scopes and accessories are properly maintained and ready for use
- ✓Protect patient health every day
Ready to Start a Career That Matters?
Explore our training courses and resources to begin your journey in Sterile Processing or Endoscopy today.