JOB SUMMARYThe Sterile Processing Technician 1 Apprentice performs a variety of duties associated with cleaning, sterilization, processing, organizing and the distribution of patient equipment, instruments, supplies and products used in the care and treatment of patients. This job code is part of an apprenticeship program that will provide training in sterile processing.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLEPrepares rooms and organizes instruments, equipment, treatment trays and supplies for specified departments.Cleans and decontaminates instruments, containers and patient equipment using detergents and disinfectant solutions in accordance withregulatory and hospital policies and procedures. Operate