Sterile Processing Specialist — Precision Instrument Care

Surgery Partners, Inc; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Surgery Partners, Inc is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support the operating room team in a hospital or outpatient setting. The role includes decontamination, sterilization, instrument handling, and documentation to ensure safe patient care and compliance with HIPAA policies.

Under supervision, you will maintain instrument integrity, participate in Healthstreams/continuing education, and collaborate with nurses and surgeons.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to work in the U.S.
• High School diploma or GED
• Certification of Sterile Processing preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) prerequisite
• 2–4 years of experience in the field or related area
• Awareness of sterilization standards and procedures
• Ability to relate and work effectively with others
• Verbal and written English communications for safe patient care and documentation
• Ability to comprehend written and oral instructions
• Willingness to participate in ongoing education and professional advancement
• Must be computer literate with basic computer skills

Responsibilities

• Adheres to staffing schedules and attendance policy.
• Demonstrates teamwork and assists with retrieval of instruments.
• Participates in orientation and competency programs.
• Maintains professional conduct and HIPAA compliance.
• Ensures proper decontamination, cleaning and sterilization of instruments.
• Maintains inventory of instruments, supplies and equipment.
• Participates in quality improvement activities and safe practices.
• Contributes to cost containment and efficient department operations.

Skills

US work eligibility

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written English

Computer literate

Education

High School diploma or GED

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Sterile Processing Certification preferred

Job description

Surgery Partners, Inc is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support the operating room team in a hospital or outpatient setting. The role includes decontamination, sterilization, instrument handling, and documentation to ensure safe patient care and compliance with HIPAA policies.

Under supervision, you will maintain instrument integrity, participate in Healthstreams/continuing education, and collaborate with nurses and surgeons.