Certified Sterile Processing Technician

Henrico, Parham & Retreat Doctors' Hospitals; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) plan with 100% match

Free counseling services

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education assistance

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Virginia is seeking a Certified Sterile Processing Technician to prepare surgical case carts, decontaminate equipment, and ensure compliance with hospital standards. The ideal candidate will have basic cardiac life support certification, a high school diploma or GED, and relevant certifications, with one year of experience preferred. This full-time role offers a variety of comprehensive health benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification obtained within 60 days of start date.
• High School Graduate / GED.
• Certification: CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) or CSPDT (Cert Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician).
• One year of Central Sterile Processing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate cleaning and sterilization equipment: cart washers, sonic cleaners, washers, sterilizers, and heat-sealing units.
• Demonstrate proper knowledge of chemicals, detergents, and disinfecting agents.
• Assemble trays and peel packs, identifying contents, indicators, wrapping, and sterilization methods.
• Transport clean and soiled case carts between operating rooms and the Sterile Processing department.
• Maintain cleanliness and adequate supply levels at workstations.

Skills

Basic Cardiac Life Support certification

Knowledge of cleaning and sterilization equipment

Understanding of chemicals used in sterilization

Ability to assemble sterilization trays

Strong attention to detail

Education

High School Graduate / GED

CRCST or CSPDT certification

Job description

Job Summary

We are excited to offer a Certified Sterile Processing Technician position at Henrico, Parham & Retreat Doctors' Hospitals, part of HCA Healthcare. The role involves preparing operating room surgical case carts, decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of re-processable supplies and equipment, ensuring compliance with hospital standards under direct or indirect supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate cleaning and sterilization equipment: cart washers, sonic cleaners, washers, sterilizers, and heat‑sealing units.
• Demonstrate proper knowledge of chemicals, detergents, and disinfecting agents used in the department.
• Assemble trays and peel packs, identifying contents, indicators, lot numbers, wrapping, labeling, and sterilization methods.
• Transport clean and soiled case carts between operating rooms and the Sterile Processing department; move instrumentation between peri‑operative services and CSP areas.
• Maintain cleanliness and adequate supply levels at workstations throughout the department.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification obtained within 60 days of start date.
• High School Graduate / GED.
• Certification: CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) or CSPDT (Cert Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician).
• One year of Central Sterile Processing experience preferred.
• Availability Monday‑Friday 1 p‑9:30 p and rotating weekends.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage with prescription drug, behavioral health, free telemedicine, and AirMed medical transportation.
• Optional dental, vision, life, disability, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long‑term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance, etc.
• Free counseling services for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) plan with 100% match on 3%‑9% of pay.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: 10% discount on HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family‑support benefits: fertility, family building, adoption assistance.
• Referral services for pet care, home repair, event planning, etc.
• Consumer discounts via Abenity and other partners.
• Retirement readiness and rollover assistance.
• Education assistance: tuition, student loan, certification support, scholarships.
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work program with paid time off, family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
• Employee Health Assistance Fund with free coverage for full‑time and part‑time colleagues.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Health Care Provider (Hospitals and Health Care)

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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