Sterile Processing Support Technician

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Assistant to support indirect patient care and manage Central Sterile items across departments. You will transport and scan items, unload carts, and store supplies in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and involves rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays under supervision, with strict infection control practices to ensure patient safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• No licensure, certification, or registration required.
• Previous warehousing/transpor t experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Distribute and pick up Central Sterile items and trays from various departments and clinics.
• Transport items to the Decontamination Room and scan for documentation.
• Unload carts and store items safely.
• Scan instrument trays to prep and packing area.
• Observe infection control practices.
• Provide indirect patient care support under supervision.
• Access or contact medications and related supplies as needed.
• Rotate shifts including weekends and holidays.

Skills

Infection control

Fast-paced environment

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Assistant to support indirect patient care and manage Central Sterile items across departments. You will transport and scan items, unload carts, and store supplies in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and involves rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays under supervision, with strict infection control practices to ensure patient safety.