Sterile Process Tech II - Precision, QA & Training

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. in Knoxville is seeking a Sterile Process Technician II to prepare, assemble and sterilize medical supplies and instruments with advanced skill.

You will ensure compliance with sterilization protocols, maintain the sterile processing area, and support quality assurance initiatives. You will train Sterile Process Technician I staff, perform quality checks, document results, manage inventory, and help drive process improvements while upholding patient safety and

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in sterile processing or related role.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and infection control.
• Ability to document results and maintain logs.

Responsibilities

• Follow protocols for cleaning, decontaminating, preparing, packaging, disinfecting or sterilizing, and storing medical supplies.
• Assemble complex instrument trays and sets for procedures.
• Distribute supplies within the facility with proper documentation.
• Monitor indicators and document sterilization results.
• Operate sterilization and decontamination equipment and perform routine maintenance.
• Support junior staff and offer on-the-job training.

Skills

Sterile processing

Quality control

Documentation

PPE safety

Communication

Infection control

Education

CRCST certification

CSPDT certification

Tools

Sterilizers

Decontamination units

Inventory systems

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. in Knoxville is seeking a Sterile Process Technician II to prepare, assemble and sterilize medical supplies and instruments with advanced skill.

You will ensure compliance with sterilization protocols, maintain the sterile processing area, and support quality assurance initiatives. You will train Sterile Process Technician I staff, perform quality checks, document results, manage inventory, and help drive process improvements while upholding patient safety and