Senior OR Instrument Specialist - Turnover & Sterilization

Providence; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Matching

Health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Providence Alaska Medical Center in Anchorage, AK is hiring for a Senior OR Surgical Instrument Specialist. The role is full‑time, day shift, 40 hours per week, supporting OR staff, SPD, and stores with instrument handling and turnover.

The position emphasizes decontamination, sterilization, and accurate documentation, with certifications required upon hire and a strong focus on patient care and teamwork. Providence supports a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2 years Experience as Sterile Processing Technician or OR Scrub Technician.
• Upon hire: National Certified Registered Central Service Technician (HSPSA) or equivalent.
• Upon hire: National Certified Sterile Processing & Distribution Technician (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution) or
• Upon hire: National Certified Instrument Specialist (HSPSA)

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance and support for clinical staff in the Operating Room.
• Serve as the central point of contact for OR Clinical Staff, SPD, and General Stores.
• Assist with location and transport of case carts and troubleshoot instrument problems.
• Facilitate instrument fast turnover and decontaminate/sterilize instruments following guidelines.
• Provide accurate documentation and assist OR staff in obtaining necessary instrumentation and supplies.

Skills

Experience in Sterile Processing/ORScr

Education

National Certified Registered Central Service Technician - HSPSA

National Certified Sterile Processing & Distribution Technician - CBSPD

National Certified Instrument Specialist - HSPSA

Job description

Providence Alaska Medical Center in Anchorage, AK is hiring for a Senior OR Surgical Instrument Specialist. The role is full‑time, day shift, 40 hours per week, supporting OR staff, SPD, and stores with instrument handling and turnover.

The position emphasizes decontamination, sterilization, and accurate documentation, with certifications required upon hire and a strong focus on patient care and teamwork. Providence supports a comprehensive benefits package.