Impactful Sterile Processing Tech: Instrument Specialist

Singing River Health System; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Singing River Health System in Pascagoula, MS is hiring a Sterile Processing Technician to prepare and sterilize surgical instruments and medical supplies. You will decontaminate, assemble, package, and sterilize instruments, and maintain accurate sterilization records while following safety guidelines.

The role includes operating sterilization equipment, documenting procedures, and supporting OR and patient care teams.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology essential.
• De-escalation training within 90 days of orientation.
• Experience in Central Service or OR instrument/supply preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, sterilize, and assemble surgical instruments.
• Test and operate sterilization equipment; maintain records.
• Distribute patient care equipment; verify charges.
• Maintain disinfecting procedures and safety compliance.

Skills

Sterilization equipment operation

Disinfection procedures

Quality records/documentation

Safety protocols

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Computer entry

Job description

Singing River Health System in Pascagoula, MS is hiring a Sterile Processing Technician to prepare and sterilize surgical instruments and medical supplies. You will decontaminate, assemble, package, and sterilize instruments, and maintain accurate sterilization records while following safety guidelines.

The role includes operating sterilization equipment, documenting procedures, and supporting OR and patient care teams.