POSITION PURPOSE Performs duties related to the complete reprocessing of reusable surgical instruments, medical devices and patient equipment, including the soiled collection, decontamination, assembly and preparation, sterilization and distribution of these items.  MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED High School or Equivalent (GED) MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Entry Level LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED N/A KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED Ability to read, write, hear, speak and comprehend the English language. Basic computer knowledge and skills. Previous Sterile Processing experience is preferred. PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES Performs soiled collection of reusable contaminated surgical instrumentation, clinical patient care equipment and other items. Performs the decontamination of contaminated surgical instrumentation and patient equipment. Performs the preparation, packaging and terminal sterilization of surgical instrumentation and special procedure trays. Operates and monitors all reprocessing and sterilization equipment properly using safe work practices. Performs quality assurance performance monitoring of the in-house sterilization process. Maintains the appropriate stock level of reprocessing and sterilization supplies and accessories in Sterile Processing. Assists in the training and skill develop of new Sterile Processing technicians.