Advanced Sterile Processing Technician

Emory Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits day 1

Student loan assistance

Family-focused benefits

Wellness incentives

Mentorship programs

Job summary

Emory Healthcare in Atlanta is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support reprocessing of surgical instruments and sets in compliance with healthcare standards. You will assist in decontamination, cleaning, sterilization, and storage, working under supervision to ensure operational efficiency.

The role emphasizes Lean practices, professional communication, and adherence to policy. Applicants should have a Sterile Processing program or related experience and CBSPD/IAHCSMM certification or

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a Sterile Processing/Surgical Technologist program preferred.
• Active CBSPD or IAHCSMM certification or 2 years experience in lieu of certification.
• Extensive knowledge of instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Provides on-site support for reprocessing of surgical instruments and sets per standards.
• Supports daily SPD operations: decontamination, cleaning, assembly, wrapping, sterilization, storage.
• Participates in new IMS employee orientation and on-the-job training as directed.
• Promotes Lean concepts and professional communication within hospital staff.
• Reports issues to IMS leadership and maintains professional behavior.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Staff resource for SPD/OR

Education

Sterile Processing/Surgical Technologist program

Job description

Emory Healthcare in Atlanta is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support reprocessing of surgical instruments and sets in compliance with healthcare standards. You will assist in decontamination, cleaning, sterilization, and storage, working under supervision to ensure operational efficiency.

The role emphasizes Lean practices, professional communication, and adherence to policy. Applicants should have a Sterile Processing program or related experience and CBSPD/IAHCSMM certification or