Senior Sterile Processing Tech: Quality & Training

Community Health Systems; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Sterile Process Technician II in Knoxville, TN. This role is responsible for preparing and assembling medical supplies while ensuring compliance with sterilization protocols. Candidates must have 2-4 years of experience in sterile processing and hold a CRCST certification.

The position offers a full-time schedule with duties including the monitoring of sterilization processes, training junior staff, and maintaining inventory management. Attention to detail is crucial for quality assurance.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in sterile processing or a related role required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble medical and surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment.
• Follow established protocols for cleaning and sterilizing medical supplies.
• Conduct quality control checks on sterilized instruments and equipment.
• Provide guidance to junior Sterile Process Technician I staff.

Skills

Proficiency in cleaning, decontaminating, and sterilizing medical instruments and equipment.

Ability to operate and maintain sterilization and decontamination equipment effectively.

Strong attention to detail for quality control and documentation tasks.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Knowledge of regulatory standards and infection control protocols.

Ability to identify and resolve issues with sterilization processes or equipment.

Education

CRCST - Certified and Registered Central Service Technician

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking a Sterile Process Technician II in Knoxville, TN. This role is responsible for preparing and assembling medical supplies while ensuring compliance with sterilization protocols. Candidates must have 2-4 years of experience in sterile processing and hold a CRCST certification.

The position offers a full-time schedule with duties including the monitoring of sterilization processes, training junior staff, and maintaining inventory management. Attention to detail is crucial for quality assurance.