Sterile Processing Instrument Technician — Critical OR Support

University Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health is seeking an Instrument Tech to support sterile processing for the Operating Room, ensuring sterile surgical instruments are delivered in a timely and accurate manner.

The role covers decontamination, prep and pack, sterilization, and dispatch, requiring resourcefulness, courtesy, and professionalism. A high school diploma and at least 1 year OR sterile processing experience or CBSPD CSPDT or IAHCSMM CRCST certification within 1 year are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year operating room sterile processing experience or equivalent.
• Certification within CBSPD CSPDT or IAHCSMM CRCST required within 1 year of hire.
• Course work in surgical instrumentation or central supply/materials management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Decontamination, prep and pack, sterilization, and dispatch duties.
• Ensure instruments are accurate, sterile, and delivered timely to OR staff.
• Maintain knowledge of standards and policies; comply with UHS policies.

Skills

Resourcefulness

Determination

Courtesy

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma

CBSPD CSPDT certification

IAHCSMM CRCST certification

Job description

University Health is seeking an Instrument Tech to support sterile processing for the Operating Room, ensuring sterile surgical instruments are delivered in a timely and accurate manner.

The role covers decontamination, prep and pack, sterilization, and dispatch, requiring resourcefulness, courtesy, and professionalism. A high school diploma and at least 1 year OR sterile processing experience or CBSPD CSPDT or IAHCSMM CRCST certification within 1 year are required.