Sterile Processing Specialist

Prisma Health; South Carolina; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health is seeking staff for Central Sterile Processing at Patewood Memorial Hospital. The role involves decontamination, preparation and packaging of instrument trays, and ensuring proper sterilization and documentation for patient care.

The position requires knowledge of cleaning and reprocessing, familiarity with SPHM systems, and adherence to safety and quality standards. Weekend shifts are noted for this department at Prisma Health facilities.

Qualifications

• Coursework beyond high school: Surgical Tech, Sterile Processing Tech, or Dental Assistant training.
• No prior experience required.
• Certification in Sterile Processing (CRCST/CSPDT) preferred; CRCST certification within 1 year if not held.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, decontaminate, and process contaminated instruments per Infection Control guidelines.
• Assemble instrument sets and document missing items; label and correct issues.
• Sterilize instruments with autoclaves and high-level disinfection; operate related equipment.

Skills

Sterile Processing

Surgical Technology

Decontamination

Education

Sterile Processing Tech training

Tools

SPM

Censitrac

Autoclaves

Job description

Prisma Health is seeking staff for Central Sterile Processing at Patewood Memorial Hospital. The role involves decontamination, preparation and packaging of instrument trays, and ensuring proper sterilization and documentation for patient care.

The position requires knowledge of cleaning and reprocessing, familiarity with SPHM systems, and adherence to safety and quality standards. Weekend shifts are noted for this department at Prisma Health facilities.