Senior SPD Technician - Lead Instrument Reprocessing

Universal Health Services; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Health Services seeks a Sterile Processing Tech to manage reprocessing cycles for surgical instruments, including decontamination, sterilization, and quality checks. The role involves leading a team in a complex SPD area and mentoring newer staff.

You will handle equipment like ultrasonic cleaners, washers and sterilizers, and assist with inventory and case cart prep while maintaining strict quality and customer service standards.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in spoken and written English is required due to the technical work.
• High School diploma or GED or higher is required.
• CRCST certification from IAHCSMM or equivalent; CSPDT preferred and must be maintained as employment term.

Responsibilities

• Manage the reprocessing cycle for surgical instrumentation including disassembly, decontamination, disinfection, inspection, testing, assembly, labeling and sterilization.
• Operate ultrasonic cleaners, washers, sterilizers and related equipment.
• Support quality monitoring and documentation; assist with supply inventory and case cart preparation.
• Provide mentoring, training and coaching to new Sterile Processing Techs and act as a department leader in a complex SPD area.

Skills

English proficiency

Manual dexterity

Education

High School diploma or GED

CRCST from IAHCSMM or equivalent

CSPDT certification

Tools

Censis

OneSource

Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)

Job description

Universal Health Services seeks a Sterile Processing Tech to manage reprocessing cycles for surgical instruments, including decontamination, sterilization, and quality checks. The role involves leading a team in a complex SPD area and mentoring newer staff.

You will handle equipment like ultrasonic cleaners, washers and sterilizers, and assist with inventory and case cart prep while maintaining strict quality and customer service standards.