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Sterile processing technicians are an integral but often overlooked part of medical teams. These technicians are responsible for inventorying, packaging and sterilizing medical instruments. This is a key part of controlling infection in the medical workplace. This article will tell you how to become a sterile processing technician in the U.S.
Steps
Obtain a high school diploma or a GED.[1] You should have a strong background in science.
Take certification courses at community colleges, career colleges, or take an online course. There are several schools which offer online courses. Career colleges offer 10 weeks programs, community colleges 1 to 2 years programs.[2]- Some of these sterile processing technician programs offer traditional instruction combined with hands-on training in the hospitals, medical centers or surgery centers. Check with the schools in your area or on industry oriented websites.
Gain on-the-job experience. You can usually get this experience through jobs or official certification programs.[3]
Earn certification through either the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)[4] or the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM).- Sterile Processing Technician Certification is required by law only in 2 states at the moment, New York and New Jersey. But most employers require certification. There are 2 kinds of certification, CBSPD and IAHCSMM. Certification requirements vary between the CBSPD and IAHCSMM. Check each association for updated information.
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- Plan on getting as much hands-on experience as possible. IAHCSMM organization usually requires 1 year or 400 hours of experience to pass the board exam.Thanks
References
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0LVztJftbg
- ↑ https://www.ziprecruiter.com/e/How-Do-You-Become-a-Sterile-Processing-Technician
- ↑ https://www.ziprecruiter.com/e/How-Do-You-Become-a-Sterile-Processing-Technician
- ↑ https://www.cbspd.net/tech/
- http://education-portal.com/articles/How_to_Become_a_Sterile_Processing_Aide.html
- Sterile Processing Technician
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