Sterile Process Tech

Flowers Hospital; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Paid Time Off Available

Competitive salary and comprehensive

Job summary

Flowers Hospital in Dothan, AL is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician I to ensure clean, sterilized instruments for operating rooms. You will pick instruments, stock case carts, and maintain labeled storage to support procedures with strict infection control compliance.

The role emphasizes instrument handling, inventory management, and collaboration with nursing staff to uphold safety and readiness for surgeries. Evening shift expectations apply.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in sterile processing, instrument reprocessing, or an operating room required.
• Understanding of surgical instrumentation and sterilization processes.
• Ability to follow strict protocols and maintain attention to detail.
• Knowledge of infection control policies and standard precautions.
• Strong organizational skills and effective teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Selects and supplies surgical instruments and equipment according to established protocols.
• Stocks and assembles case carts, ensuring proper inventory and availability of instruments and supplies for procedures.
• Organizes and stores sterilized instruments and supplies on appropriately labeled shelves to ensure easy accessibility.
• Monitors and restocks supply shelves and carts daily, ensuring adequate inventory for hospital needs.
• Adheres to infection control policies and procedures, including the use of standard precautions to prevent hospital-acquired infections.
• Obtains, returns, and dispenses supplies and equipment within requested time frames, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
• Conducts inventory checks and replenishes expired or used items on emergency and supply carts.
• Communicates with nursing units to track and locate missing equipment and documents loss of supplies or equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Job description

Sterile Process Tech
Position Type: Full time M-F 2:30-11:00

• 401(k) with matching
• Paid Time Off Available
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Job Summary

The Sterile Processing Technician I ensures the availability of clean, sterilized, and properly functioning surgical instruments and equipment for operating rooms and procedural areas. This role is responsible for picking surgical instruments and supplies to support surgical volume in compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and infection control standards. The Sterile Processing Technician I supports patient safety by maintaining a sterile environment and adhering to established protocols.

Essential Functions

• Selects and supplies surgical instruments and equipment according to established protocols.
• Stocks and assembles case carts, ensuring proper inventory and availability of instruments and supplies for procedures.
• Organizes and stores sterilized instruments and supplies on appropriately labeled shelves to ensure easy accessibility.
• Monitors and restocks supply shelves and carts daily, ensuring adequate inventory for hospital needs.
• Adheres to infection control policies and procedures, including the use of standard precautions to prevent hospital-acquired infections.
• Obtains, returns, and dispenses supplies and equipment within requested time frames, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
• Conducts inventory checks and replenishes expired or used items on emergency and supply carts.
• Communicates with nursing units to track and locate missing equipment and documents loss of supplies or equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in sterile processing, instrument reprocessing, or an operating room required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Understanding of surgical instrumentation and sterilization processes.
• Ability to follow strict protocols and maintain attention to detail.
• Knowledge of infection control policies and standard precautions.
• Strong organizational skills to manage inventory.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with healthcare personnel.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

Job Info

• Job Identification 162219
• Job Category Supply Chain
• Posting Date 08/24/2026, 01:27 PM
• Degree Level Some College
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Evening
• Locations 4370 W Main St, Dothan, AL, 36305, US