Sterile Processing Instrument Technician, Full Time

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis is seeking a Sterile Processing Instrument Technician to support decontamination, processing, and sterilization of instruments and equipment.

You will follow manufacturer instructions, maintain logs, and ensure bioburden-free items for high-level disinfection or sterilization. This role requires RFCST/CSPDT certification or current eligibility, 12‑hour shifts with weekend coverage, and the ability to work with diverse hospital teams while complying with Mercy standards

Qualifications

• High School degree or GED.
• Prior healthcare related experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must wear PPE and interact with staff across disciplines.
• Ability to follow directions and operate equipment.

Responsibilities

• Clean, inspect, and assemble instruments for decontamination, processing, high-level disinfection, or sterilization.
• Maintain documentation of processes in logs or computer systems.
• Prioritize instrumentation for processing and assist with dispatch of equipment and supplies.

Skills

PPE compliance

Team interaction

Follow directions

Operate equipment

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Sterile processing equipment

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy! 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.

Position Details

Additional Job Description

Eligible for $3,000 Sign-On Bonus if CRCST Certified!!

Shift: 12 hour shifts, Weekends

Qualifications

• Required Education: High School degree or GED equivalent
• Preferred Experience: Prior healthcare related experience, basic knowledge of sterilization processes in a clinical setting.
• 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.

Instrument Technician II

Meets all requirements of both the Instrument Technician, and Instrument Technician I as well as the following requirements:

• Required Experience: Minimum 6 months experience in Sterile Processing or 400 hours of hands‑on experience in Sterile Processing
• Required Certification: CRCST or CSPDT certification through IAHCSMM or CBSPD

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.

Find your calling at Mercy! 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.