Sterile Process Tech - Evenings

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Time

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

401(k) with Match

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Benefits Package

100% Licensure/Certification Reimburse

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician II in Las Cruces, NM.

The role involves preparing and assembling medical and surgical supplies with advanced skill, ensuring sterilization protocols are followed, and supporting department operations. Responsibilities include supervising staff, performing quality checks, maintaining logs, and contributing to process improvements in sterile processing services.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in sterile processing or related role required.
• CRCST and CSPDT certifications are required if hired in role on or after July 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Follow protocols for cleaning, decontaminating, sterilizing, packaging, and storing instruments and equipment.
• Assemble complex instrument trays for surgeries.
• Distribute supplies across the facility and document usage.
• Monitor indicators for sterilization and address issues.
• Operate sterilization and decontamination equipment and perform routine maintenance.
• Support process improvements and train junior staff.
• Provide guidance to Sterile Process Technician I staff and conduct on-the-job training.

Skills

Sterile processing

Quality assurance

Regulatory standards

Job description

Sterile Processing Technician

• Full Time
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) with Match
• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• 100% Licensure/Certification Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement

Job Summary

The Sterile Process Technician II is responsible for preparing and assembling medical and surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment with an advanced level of skill and expertise. This role ensures compliance with sterilization and decontamination protocols and assists in maintaining the sterile processing areas. The Sterile Process Technician II supports department operations by performing quality assurance tasks, serving as a resource to junior staff, and contributing to process improvements in sterile processing services.

Essential Functions

• Follows established protocols for cleaning, decontaminating, preparing, packaging, disinfecting or sterilizing, and storing medical and surgical supplies and equipment, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
• Assembles complex or specialized instrument trays and sets, ensuring accuracy and readiness for surgical procedures.
• Distributes medical and surgical supplies to appropriate areas within the facility, ensuring timeliness and proper documentation.
• Monitors, interprets, and documents results of physical, chemical, and biological indicators for sterilization processes, identifying and addressing potential issues.
• Operates all equipment used in sterile processing, including sterilizers and decontamination units, and performs routine maintenance as needed.
• Assists in improving the quality of sterile processing services by identifying process gaps and contributing to corrective actions or workflow enhancements.
• Provides guidance and support to Sterile Process Technician I staff, ensuring adherence to protocols and offering on-the-job training when needed.
• Conducts quality control checks on sterilized instruments and equipment, addressing deficiencies or escalating issues to leadership.
• Ensures proper inventory management by restocking and replenishing supplies and maintaining accurate logs for usage, expiration dates, and testing results.
• Adheres to standard precautions, including the appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE), to maintain a safe work environment and prevent the spread of infection.
• Maintains privacy and confidentiality of health information in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
• Obtains a minimum of 10 hours of continuing education annually to remain current on sterile processing practices and technologies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

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

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 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 for training and collaboration.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and infection control protocols.
• Ability to identify and resolve issues with sterilization processes or equipment.

Licenses and Certifications

• CRCST - Certified and Registered Central Service Technician if hired in role on or after July 1, 2026 required or
• CSPDT - Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Tech if hired in role on or after July 1, 2026 required

"This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer."\

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