Sterile Processing Specialist — OR Support & On-Call

Intermountain Health; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking a Sterile Processing role to ensure proper inventory, decontamination, assembly, inspection, and sterilization of surgical instruments and equipment. The position demands adherence to safety protocols and timely distribution to the operating rooms.

Responsibilities include maintaining records, training new staff, and supporting Central Processing with inventory status and urgent cases. Flexible shifts may include overtime or on-call duties as needed.

Qualifications

• BLS certification within 6 months of hire.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Previous hospital or clinic OR experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor sterilization equipment.
• Disassemble carts and follow Universal Precautions for decontamination.
• Sterilize, disinfect instruments and equipment; package clean supplies.
• Assemble sterilized instruments and recheck cleanliness.
• Track inventory and report missing items.
• Maintain records for instruments and implants; assist with on-time room readiness.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Team communication

Ability to work nights/weekends

Fast-paced environment

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

Job description

Intermountain Health is seeking a Sterile Processing role to ensure proper inventory, decontamination, assembly, inspection, and sterilization of surgical instruments and equipment. The position demands adherence to safety protocols and timely distribution to the operating rooms.

Responsibilities include maintaining records, training new staff, and supporting Central Processing with inventory status and urgent cases. Flexible shifts may include overtime or on-call duties as needed.