PRN Sterile Processing Technician – Instrument Prep

Townsen Memorial Hospital; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Townsen Memorial Surgery Center-Kingwood is seeking a PRN Sterile Processing Technician to join our team. The role focuses on ensuring a sterile supply chain, decontamination, and preparation of instruments for OR cases.

The technician will operate sterilizers, maintain records, and support infection control practices, with required SPD and BLS credentials and healthcare experience. This position is on-site in Kingwood, TX and involves working PRN shifts.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• SPD certification from an accredited program required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• One year of healthcare setting experience within the last three years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates sterile processing equipment (washers, steam, gas, ultrasonic and chemical sterilizers).
• Documents and maintains accurate sterilization records.
• Inspects, assembles and tests instrumentation for proper function.
• Performs basic maintenance on equipment (filters and drains).
• Prepares trays for designated areas according to policies and procedures.
• Stocks and inventories supplies to prevent shortages.
• Ensures compliance with HIPAA and OSHA standards.

Skills

Medical terminology

Sterile processing knowledge

Infection control practices

HIPAA compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

SPD Certification

BLS certified

Job description

Townsen Memorial Surgery Center-Kingwood is seeking a PRN Sterile Processing Technician to join our team. The role focuses on ensuring a sterile supply chain, decontamination, and preparation of instruments for OR cases.

The technician will operate sterilizers, maintain records, and support infection control practices, with required SPD and BLS credentials and healthcare experience. This position is on-site in Kingwood, TX and involves working PRN shifts.