Sterile Processing Specialist

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Eagle Pass (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Hospital Services Inc. is seeking a Central Sterile Technician in a healthcare facility in Eagle Pass, Texas.

You will support operating room services by preparing and handling sterile supplies and instruments to ensure safety and readiness for procedures. Responsibilities include sterilizing, decontaminating, inspecting, assembling, and distributing instruments, and maintaining accurate records while adhering to infection control standards.

Qualifications

• Licensure, Certification, Registration, etc.: Central Sterile Technician Certification preferred.
• Prefer an LVN, C.M.A. or related field.
• Special Skills, Knowledge: At least two years of experience in a health care facility preferred. Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Familiar with basic medical terminology. Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served.
• Education: High School diploma or equivalency, basic understanding/working knowledge of aseptic technique, able to work independently required. Certification and/or prior CS Tech experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performing duties in Central Sterile: cleaning used articles, assembling, wrapping, and issuing sterile supplies.
• Process instruments and equipment using steam, gas and chemicals.
• Decontaminating, inspecting, assembling, and sterilizing medical and surgical instruments.

Skills

English communication

Attention to detail

Patient safety

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Central Sterile Technician Certification (preferred)

Job description

Universal Hospital Services Inc. is seeking a Central Sterile Technician in a healthcare facility in Eagle Pass, Texas.

You will support operating room services by preparing and handling sterile supplies and instruments to ensure safety and readiness for procedures. Responsibilities include sterilizing, decontaminating, inspecting, assembling, and distributing instruments, and maintaining accurate records while adhering to infection control standards.