Sterile Processing Specialist

Ochsner Health; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Meridian, MS is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to ensure cleaned, prepared, and sterilized equipment for surgical procedures. You will handle instrument care, disassembly, disinfection, packaging, and storage per MIFU and SOPs while supporting patient care in operative suites.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, 2 years' sterile processing experience preferred, and certifications such as CRCST, CSPDT, and CFER.

Qualifications

• Must have computer skills and Windows proficiency.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Good analytical and organizational abilities.
• Strong time management and self-directed work style.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and environments.

Responsibilities

• Performs general and specialized instrument care duties.
• Provides supplies as needed for surgical procedures.
• Disassembles and cleans critical reusable medical equipment per MIFU.
• Inspects, packages, and reassembles instruments and trays per SOP.
• Practices high level disinfection and sterilization techniques per MIFU.
• Maintains records and document control per SOPs and regulatory standards.
• Adapts communication and care approaches to patient populations as needed.
• Other related duties as required.

Skills

Computer skills (Windows)

Verbal and written communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Conflict resolution

Adaptability

Judgment and initiative

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Additional sterile processing courses or certifications (preferred)

Job description

Ochsner Health in Meridian, MS is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to ensure cleaned, prepared, and sterilized equipment for surgical procedures. You will handle instrument care, disassembly, disinfection, packaging, and storage per MIFU and SOPs while supporting patient care in operative suites.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, 2 years' sterile processing experience preferred, and certifications such as CRCST, CSPDT, and CFER.