Instrument Technician

Mercy; Creve Coeur (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is hiring a Sterile Processing Instrument Technician to support Decontamination, Processing and Sterilization of instruments and equipment in a hospital setting. The role requires following Manufacturer's Instructions for Use and hospital policies, accurate documentation, and timely prioritization of instrumentation for processing.

The position emphasizes teamwork across departments, ability to wear PPE, and adherence to safety and quality standards per Mercy Service Standards.

Qualifications

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent.
• Certifications: CRCST or CSPDT through IAHCSMM or CBSPD.
• Must be able to wear PPE.
• Must interact with staff across a diverse range of disciplines.
• Must follow directions.
• Must be able to operate equipment.
• Physical demands include lifting items around 25 pounds frequently.

Responsibilities

• Perform Decontamination, Processing and Sterilization of instruments and equipment.
• Inspect, function test and assemble instruments for High Level Disinfection or Sterilization.
• Maintain documentation in logs or computer systems and prioritize instrumentation for processing.
• Answer telephones and dispatch instrumentation, equipment and supplies.

Skills

PPE compliance

Follow directions

Interacting with staff

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Sterile Processing Instrument Technician, under general supervision follows robust processes in Decontamination, Processing and Sterilization by cleaning instruments and equipment ensuring that all items are free of any bioburden, inspecting, function testing and assembling instruments and equipment for High Level Disinfection or Sterilization. The Sterile Processing Technician always follows the Manufacturer's Instructions for Use in Decontamination, Processing, High Level Disinfection & Sterilization as well as Department and Hospital Processes and Policies. The Sterile Processing Instrument Technician must be able accurately maintain the required documentation on written logs and/or computer systems. Documentation includes processes in Decontamination, Processing, High Level Disinfection or Sterilization as well as Sterile Processing Department Equipment. The Sterile Processing Instrument Technician must be able to prioritize instrumentation for processing, answer telephones and dispatch instrumentation, equipment and supplies. The Sterile Processing Instrument Technician performs their duties in a manner consistent with our Mission, Values, and Mercy Service Standards. Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Details:

• Education: High school graduate or equivalentExperience: Minimum 4 months experience in Sterile Processing or 400 hours of hands on experience in Sterile Processing.
• Certifications: CRCST or CSPDT Certification through IAHCSMM or CBSPDOther: Basic computer skills
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must interact with staff and co-workers across a diverse range of disciplines.
• Must be able to follow directions.
• Must be able to operate equipment.
• The physical demands described here are the representative of the minimums that must be met by an employee to perform all essential functions of the job. Most physical demands are below:
• Frequent: high/mid/low level lift of items weighing around 25 pounds
• Frequent: hand coordination

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.