Sterile Processing Tech 1 - FT - Evenings

Baylor Scott & White Health; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Temple, TX is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician I to support patient care by sterilizing, processing, and distributing instruments and supplies for multiple departments.

You will prepare rooms, decontaminate and organize equipment, maintain inventory, and ensure compliance with safety and infection control policies.

This entry-level role offers exposure to a major healthcare system with benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Education credential: HS Diploma or GED required.
• Less than 1 year of healthcare experience preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of sterilization methods and infection control practices.
• Ability to communicate with staff and patients.

Responsibilities

• Prepares rooms and organizes instruments and supplies for departments.
• Cleans and decontaminates instruments using approved procedures.
• Operates sterilization equipment and maintains inventory.
• Receives, stocks, and distributes supplies; ensures compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Sterilization knowledge

Basic medical terminology

Relational/communication skills

Safety compliance

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott & White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values Are

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The Sterile Processing Technician 1 cleans, sterilizes, processes, organizes, and distributes patient equipment, instruments, supplies, and products.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Prepares rooms and organizes instruments, equipment, treatment trays and supplies for specified departments.
• Cleans and decontaminates instruments, containers, and patient equipment using detergents and disinfectants. Follows regulatory and hospital policies and procedures. Operates semi-automatic and automatic sterilization equipment and washers.
• Receives, stocks, rotates, and checks goods. Pulls expired goods. Fills and distributes internal orders. Picks up reusable trays, equipment, and instruments.
• Maintains and controls inventory. Maintains applicable records and files.
• Ensures compliance with safety, environmental, manufacturer and infection control practices.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of equipment and instrument sterilization methods and procedures preferred.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
• Relational skills to interact with patients and staff.
• Ability to comply with safety, environmental, manufacturer and infection control practices.
• Relational and communication skills.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience