Sterile Processing Instrumentation Technician II

Mercy; Creve Coeur (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Sterile Processing Instrument Technician in Creve Coeur, MO. Under general supervision, you will clean instruments, inspect and assemble them for high level disinfection or sterilization, and maintain required logs.

You must follow Manufacturer's Instructions for Use, operate equipment, prioritize processing, answer phones, and dispatch items while supporting Mercy's mission and service standards.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent is required.
• No prior experience required; basic computer skills needed.
• Must wear PPE and interact with diverse staff across disciplines.
• Must be able to follow directions and operate equipment.

Responsibilities

• Clean instruments and equipment for decontamination, processing, and sterilization.
• Inspect, test function, and assemble instruments.
• Maintain documentation/logs accurately.
• Prioritize instrumentation for processing and dispatch items as needed.
• Answer telephones and support department workflows.

Skills

Basic computer skills

PPE usage

Interacting across disciplines

Ability to follow directions

Operate equipment

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

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:

Education: High school graduate or equivalent
Experience: None
Certifications: None.
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. Most physical demands are below:
Frequent: high/mid/low level lift of items weighing around 25 pounds
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.