Evening Sterile Processing Tech – Growth & Benefits

Emory Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory Healthcare is seeking a Sterile Processing professional for evening shifts (3p-11:30p) to support reprocessing of surgical instruments and sets in a hospital setting. The role emphasizes adherence to health standards, teamwork, and contributing to a Lean work environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent; Sterile Processing certification is preferred, or two years of related experience.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of a Sterile Processing/Surgical Technologist program is preferred.
• Basic computer skills and aptitude are required.
• Active certification in sterile processing/central sterile via CBSPD or IAHCSMM or two years of experience in lieu of certification.
• Extensive knowledge of instrumentation.
• Ability to act as a resource for staff in SPD and OR regarding instruments and trays.
• Ability to work daily in a fast-paced healthcare services environment.
• Ability to perform tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality.
• May be required to work various shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime hours.

Responsibilities

• Provides on-site support for reprocessing of surgical instruments and sets to contracted facilities.
• Supports daily operations of reprocessing including decontamination, cleaning, assembly, wrapping, sterilization and storage.
• Participates in new IMS employee orientation and on-the-job training as directed.
• Understands and promotes Lean work environment concepts.
• Communicates in a professional manner to all hospital staff and company employees.
• Refers decisions beyond personal scope to IMS leadership and ensures proper resolution.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Instrumentation knowledge

Resource for SPD/OR

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Sterile Processing/Surgical Technologist program preferred

Active certification in sterile processing/central sterile (CBSPD/IAHCSMM)

Two years experience in lieu of certification

Job description

Emory Healthcare is seeking a Sterile Processing professional for evening shifts (3p-11:30p) to support reprocessing of surgical instruments and sets in a hospital setting. The role emphasizes adherence to health standards, teamwork, and contributing to a Lean work environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent; Sterile Processing certification is preferred, or two years of related experience.