Entry-Level Sterile Processing Technician – Instrument Care

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Sterile Processing Instrument Technician to support decontamination, processing, and sterilization of instruments. Under supervision, you will clean, inspect, test, and assemble items for High Level Disinfection, following manufacturer instructions and hospital policies.

You will maintain required documentation and help prioritize work, while coordinating dispatch of instruments and supplies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No prior experience required.
• Basic computer skills helpful.

Responsibilities

• Follow Decontamination, Processing and Sterilization procedures to ensure instruments are free of bioburden.
• Inspect, test function, and assemble instruments for High Level Disinfection or Sterilization.
• Maintain documentation in logs or computer systems.
• Prioritize instrumentation for processing and dispatch equipment and supplies as needed.

Skills

PPE usage

Team interaction

Following directions

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Sterile Processing Instrument Technician to support decontamination, processing, and sterilization of instruments. Under supervision, you will clean, inspect, test, and assemble items for High Level Disinfection, following manufacturer instructions and hospital policies.

You will maintain required documentation and help prioritize work, while coordinating dispatch of instruments and supplies.