Sterile Processing Specialist – Outpatient Surgery

Fayette Chamber of Commerce; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is seeking a Central Sterile Tech for the Outpatient Surgery unit. The role emphasizes maintaining standards for set assembly, decontamination, and sterilization of surgical instruments within a fast-paced environment.

You will collaborate with Perioperative Nursing staff to ensure timely delivery of sterile instrument sets and case carts, while sustaining smooth workflow and high-quality patient service.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED is required.
• Graduate of Central Sterile Tech program is required.
• CST Certificate or 3 years CST experience is required.
• CCST or CST certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains standards for set assembly, decontamination, inspection, containerizing and sterilizing surgical instruments in an accurate and timely manner.
• Performs sterilization, assembly and storage of medical supplies and equipment.
• Collaborates with the Perioperative Nursing staff to provide sterile instrument sets, equipment and case carts in an accurate and timely manner.
• Assists in maintaining consistent and continuous work flow, providing superior customer service.

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Graduate of Central Sterile Tech program

CST Certificate

3 years CST experience

Job description

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is seeking a Central Sterile Tech for the Outpatient Surgery unit. The role emphasizes maintaining standards for set assembly, decontamination, and sterilization of surgical instruments within a fast-paced environment.

You will collaborate with Perioperative Nursing staff to ensure timely delivery of sterile instrument sets and case carts, while sustaining smooth workflow and high-quality patient service.