Evening Sterile Processing Tech: Instrument Sterilization

Medical University of South Carolina; Orangeburg (SC); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support sterile processing across our healthcare system. Primary location is Orangeburg with a full-time 5 x 8-hour shifts schedule; Evening shift 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm.

Responsibilities include decontamination, sterilization, case cart preparation, inventory management, and inter-site travel as required. Compliance with CRCST/HSPA or CBSPD certification is required along with a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CRCST - HSPA or CBSPD certification required.
• Minimum of six months sterile processing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain adequate inventory for instruments and equipment.
• Perform and participate in decontamination and cleaning of instrumentation.
• Prepare case carts and trays for decontamination and load into washer/sterilizer as prescribed.
• Operate index washers, cart washers and ultrasonic cleaners; manually clean instruments as prescribed.
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness and function; check for breakage.
• Sterilize instruments and surgical trays following procedures.
• Run tests on sterilizers and document that parameters are met.
• Travel between sites as needed to support departmental needs.

Job description

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support sterile processing across our healthcare system. Primary location is Orangeburg with a full-time 5 x 8-hour shifts schedule; Evening shift 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm.

Responsibilities include decontamination, sterilization, case cart preparation, inventory management, and inter-site travel as required. Compliance with CRCST/HSPA or CBSPD certification is required along with a high school diploma.