Sterile Process Tech II - Instrument Prep & QA

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center is seeking a Sterile Process Technician II in Knoxville, TN. The role involves preparing and sterilizing medical instruments, maintaining quality control, and training junior staff within the sterile processing department.

Shift is Monday–Friday, 2:30 PM–11:00 PM. The position requires 2–4 years of sterile processing experience and compliance with regulatory standards and infection control protocols.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Follow established protocols for cleaning, decontaminating, preparing, packaging, disinfecting or sterilizing medical supplies and equipment.
• Assemble complex instrument trays and sets for surgical procedures.
• Distribute supplies within the facility with proper documentation.
• Monitor and document results of sterilization indicators and address issues.
• Operate sterilization and decontamination equipment and perform routine maintenance.
• Identify process gaps and contribute to improvements in sterile processing services.
• Provide guidance and training to Sterile Process Technician I staff as needed.
• Conduct quality control checks on sterilized instruments and address any deficiencies.
• Maintain inventory logs for supplies, usage, expiry dates and testing results.
• Adhere to PPE and infection prevention policies; protect patient privacy.
• Maintain regular attendance and comply with policies and standards.

Skills

Cleaning, decontaminating, sterilizing

Operate sterilization equipment

Quality control & documentation

Interpersonal communication

Infection control protocols

Regulatory standards knowledge

Job description

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center is seeking a Sterile Process Technician II in Knoxville, TN. The role involves preparing and sterilizing medical instruments, maintaining quality control, and training junior staff within the sterile processing department.

Shift is Monday–Friday, 2:30 PM–11:00 PM. The position requires 2–4 years of sterile processing experience and compliance with regulatory standards and infection control protocols.