Certified Sterile Processing Tech Instrument Prep

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health seeks a Sterile Processing professional to ensure cleaned, prepared instruments and sterile supplies for procedures, acting as a clinical knowledge resource and supporting operative suites.

Responsibilities include receiving, cleaning, distributing, and storing instruments, with adherence to safety, disinfection, and regulatory standards. The role supports patient care in clinical and satellite operations under supervision.

Qualifications

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Good analytical skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good time management skills and self-directed.
• Good conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to adapt to change in a positive, constructive manner.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and initiative when performing duties.
• Maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.

Responsibilities

• Performs general and specialized instrument care duties.
• Provides supplies as needed for surgical procedures.
• Disassembles and cleans critical reusable medical equipment in accordance with Manufacturer's Instructions For Use (MIFU).
• Inspects, packages, and reassembles surgical instruments and trays according to established priority.
• Practices High Level Disinfection, Pre-Vaccuum Sterilization, Gravity Displacement Sterilization, and Hydrogen Peroxide Plasma Sterilization techniques in accordance with MIFUs.
• Practices record keeping and document control as defined in Standard Operating Procedures, policies, and recommendations from regulatory bodies.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Conflict resolution

Adaptability

Judgment and initiative

Safety and compliance awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Sterile Processing/ Surgical Technology coursework (preferred)

Tools

Windows OS

Job description

Ochsner Health seeks a Sterile Processing professional to ensure cleaned, prepared instruments and sterile supplies for procedures, acting as a clinical knowledge resource and supporting operative suites.

Responsibilities include receiving, cleaning, distributing, and storing instruments, with adherence to safety, disinfection, and regulatory standards. The role supports patient care in clinical and satellite operations under supervision.