Sterile Processing Specialist

Prisma Health; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to perform decontamination, preparation and sterilization of instruments and equipment used in patient care.

You will assemble, document, and package instrument trays, ensuring proper sterilization methods and traceability of all items in the department. The role requires adherence to infection control standards and cooperative teamwork within Central Sterile.

Qualifications

• Education: Surgical Tech, Sterile Processing Tech, or Dental Assistant training program.
• Experience: No experience required.
• In lieu of education: High School diploma or equivalent with 6 months hospital/clinical setting.
• Certification: CRCST or CSPDT preferred; if not held, obtain CRCST within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Receives, sorts, disassembles and processes contaminated instruments using Infection Control guidelines.
• Assembles instrument sets, documents missing items, and labels sets.
• Sterilizes equipment using autoclaves and aerators; performs high-level disinfection as needed.
• Documents all activities in Instrument Tracking System or manual records.
• Monitors biological, mechanical and chemical indicators; records results and recalls as needed.
• Assists with coaching and training of coworkers; supports new team members.

Education

Surgical Tech / Sterile Processing Training

Job description

Prisma Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to perform decontamination, preparation and sterilization of instruments and equipment used in patient care.

You will assemble, document, and package instrument trays, ensuring proper sterilization methods and traceability of all items in the department. The role requires adherence to infection control standards and cooperative teamwork within Central Sterile.