Sterile Processing Specialist – Impactful OR Support

Ochsner Health; Gretna (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Gretna, LA, seeks a Sterile Processing Technician to ensure the availability of cleaned, prepared, and sterilized equipment for surgical procedures. You will support sterile processing across patient care areas and operative suites with minimal supervision.

The role requires high school diploma or equivalent, 2 years sterile processing experience preferred, and relevant certifications or enrollment within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Preferred: 2 years Sterile processing experience.
• Certification through one of CRCST/IAHCSMM, CSPDT, CBSPD, or CFER is required or within six months of hire.

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.
• Performs high level disinfection and sterilization techniques per MIFU.

Skills

Data entry

Windows applications

Verbal and written communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Conflict resolution

Adaptability

Judgment and initiative

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Sterile Processing or Surgical Technology training

Tools

None

Job description

Ochsner Health in Gretna, LA, seeks a Sterile Processing Technician to ensure the availability of cleaned, prepared, and sterilized equipment for surgical procedures. You will support sterile processing across patient care areas and operative suites with minimal supervision.

The role requires high school diploma or equivalent, 2 years sterile processing experience preferred, and relevant certifications or enrollment within six months of hire.