Sterile Process Tech

Medical Center Enterprise; Enterprise (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical Center Enterprise is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician I for a full-time day shift in Enterprise, AL. The role ensures clean, sterilized instruments and proper equipment for operating rooms and procedures, aligning with hospital policies and infection control standards.

You will pick, stock, and organize instruments, maintain inventory, and communicate with nursing units to locate supplies while upholding high safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in sterile processing, instrument reprocessing, or an operating room required.
• Ability to follow strict protocols and maintain attention to detail.
• Knowledge of infection control policies and standard precautions.

Responsibilities

• Selects and supplies surgical instruments and equipment according to established protocols.
• Stocks and assembles case carts, ensuring availability for procedures.
• Organizes and stores sterilized instruments on labeled shelves for easy access.
• Monitors and restocks supply shelves and carts daily.

Skills

Surgical instrumentation

Sterilization processes

Attention to detail

Infection control

Inventory management

Communication & teamwork

Safety & quality

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Sterile Processing Technician
Position Type: Full Time 6:00 am to 2:30 pm

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 165541
• Job Category Supply Chain
• Posting Date 09/22/2026, 09:23 PM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 400 N Edwards St, Enterprise, AL, 36330, US