Perioperative Sterile Processing Tech

United Hospital Center; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

United Hospital Center is seeking a Sterile Processing support team member to assist the Sterile Processing department. You will clean autoclaves, organize instruments, and help maintain a safe, orderly SPD and OR environment.

The role requires a high school diploma and BLS/HeartSaver certification within 30 days. You will also assist with inventory, supplies, and basic clerical duties as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) or HeartSaver First Aid within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Cleans Autoclaves in Sterile Processing and Operating Room areas.
• Places unused sterile instrumentation and soft goods back to the correct location.
• Cleans washers, cart washers, dryers, shelving and equipment per policy.
• Maintains Sterile Processing areas for cleanliness and order.
• Assists in inventory control and supplies for surgical cases.
• Removes out-of-date items and records and discards or reprocesses per guidelines (color discernment).
• Monitors supply levels (et. cast cart, trauma cart, suture packs).
• Maintains a clean, safe environment in SPD and OR.
• Prepares cleaning and lubricating solutions for decontamination.
• Operates washer/sterilizer and other cleaning equipment.
• Wraps instruments for sterilization with proper labeling (color-coded).
• Processes OR linen and sterile packs.
• Keeps halls clear for equipment transport and maintains work area for next shift.
• Assists with clerical tasks and calls as needed.

Skills

Personal hygiene

Computer literacy

Follow directions

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

BLS/HeartSaver certification within 30 days

Job description

United Hospital Center is seeking a Sterile Processing support team member to assist the Sterile Processing department. You will clean autoclaves, organize instruments, and help maintain a safe, orderly SPD and OR environment.

The role requires a high school diploma and BLS/HeartSaver certification within 30 days. You will also assist with inventory, supplies, and basic clerical duties as needed.