Sterile Processing Instrument Technician

Mercy; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Mercy Hospital in Oklahoma City is hiring a Sterile Processing Instrument Technician. This role supports Decontamination, Processing and Sterilization, ensuring instruments are free of bioburden and properly assembled for high-level disinfection or sterilization. You will maintain records and coordinate instrument dispatch.

Full-time, 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday with occasional weekend rotation, with a sign-on bonus for new Mercy team members who share our mission and values.

Qualifications

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent.
• Must be able to wear PPE.
• Must interact with staff across a diverse range of disciplines.
• Must be able to follow directions.
• Must be able to operate equipment.
• Physical Demands: Frequent lift of items around 25 pounds and frequent hand coordination.

Responsibilities

• Follow processes in Decontamination, Processing and Sterilization.
• Clean instruments and equipment to remove bioburden and assemble for disinfection/sterilization.
• Maintain written or computer documentation of processes.
• Prioritize instrumentation for processing and dispatch supplies.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Interacting with staff across diverse

Follow directions

Operate equipment

PPE compliance

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

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Position Details:

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Location: Mercy Hospital - Oklahoma City (W Memorial Rd)

Shift: Full Time (40 hours/week)

Schedule: Monday-Friday with occasional weekend rotation

Overview:

The Sterile Processing Instrument Technician, under general supervision follows robust processes in Decontamination, Processing and Sterilization by cleaning instruments and equipment ensuring that all items are free of any bioburden, inspecting, function testing and assembling instruments and equipment for High Level Disinfection or Sterilization. The Sterile Processing Technician always follows the Manufacturer's Instructions for Use in Decontamination, Processing, High Level Disinfection & Sterilization as well as Department and Hospital Processes and Policies. The Sterile Processing Instrument Technician must be able accurately maintain the required documentation on written logs and/or computer systems. Documentation includes processes in Decontamination, Processing, High Level Disinfection or Sterilization as well as Sterile Processing Department Equipment. The Sterile Processing Instrument Technician must be able to prioritize instrumentation for processing, answer telephones and dispatch instrumentation, equipment and supplies. The Sterile Processing Instrument Technician performs their duties in a manner consistent with our Mission, Values, and Mercy Service Standards. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent
• Other: Basic computer skills
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must interact with staff and co-workers across a diverse range of disciplines.
• Must be able to follow directions.
• Must be able to operate equipment.
• The physical demands described here are the representative of the minimums that must be met by an employee to perform all essential functions of the job. Physical Demands: Frequent high/mid/low level lift of items weighing around 25 pounds and frequent hand coordination.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.