Certified Sterile Processing Tech II: Instrument Prep Pro

LewisGale Regional Health System; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

LewisGale Medical Center in Salem, VA is seeking a Certified Sterile Processing Technician to ensure instruments are cleaned, sterilized and ready for surgeries. This role supports patient safety and high-quality care in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with the surgical team, prepare sets and trays, manage inventory and sterilization equipment, and document processes. Prior healthcare central sterile experience (6+ months) or certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in related health care field for at least six (6) months.
• Prior experience in Central Sterile or Certification as a Central Sterile Technician.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning, inspecting, assembling, and sterilizing surgical instruments and trays to ensure they are sterile, complete, labeled, and ready for use.
• Managing sterilization equipment and keeping accurate records to support patient safety and infection prevention.
• Preparing customized surgical sets and case carts based on daily schedules and specific procedure needs.
• Managing inventory and supplies in OR storage and specialty lockers, working with the surgical team to meet needs and keep operations running smoothly.
• Responding quickly to instrument requests during surgeries and helping solve urgent equipment needs.

Skills

Sterile processing

Central Sterile

Healthcare experience

Job description

LewisGale Medical Center in Salem, VA is seeking a Certified Sterile Processing Technician to ensure instruments are cleaned, sterilized and ready for surgeries. This role supports patient safety and high-quality care in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with the surgical team, prepare sets and trays, manage inventory and sterilization equipment, and document processes. Prior healthcare central sterile experience (6+ months) or certification is preferred.