Sterile Processing Tech 2

Baylor Scott & White Health; Texas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO from Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician 2 to join our centralized processing team in Texas. The role involves cleaning, sterilizing, processing, and distributing patient equipment, with opportunities to mentor junior staff.

You will follow strict infection control and safety guidelines, maintain organized instrument inventories, and support room readiness for procedures. Excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.
• Certification in CBSPD, CRCST, CSPDT, or CST is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and arrange rooms with instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Clean instruments and equipment using approved detergents; operate sterilization equipment per guidelines.
• Manage inventory: order, replenish, and distribute instruments and reusable medical equipment.
• Follow safety, environmental, and infection control policies to protect patients and staff.
• Mentor and train Sterile Processing staff and assist with training entry-level personnel.

Skills

1 year experience

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 and 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

As a Sterile Processing Technician 2, duties include cleaning, sterilizing, processing, arranging, and distributing patient equipment. You may also mentor Sterile Processing Technician 1 staff.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Preparing and arranging rooms, including organizing instruments, equipment, treatment trays, and supplies based on department needs.
• Clean instruments and equipment using approved detergents and disinfectants. Operate sterilization equipment according to guidelines.
• Efficiently handling inventory by ordering, replenishing, and distributing instruments, reusable medical equipment, and supplies for general and surgical use.
• Follow strict safety, environmental, and infection control rules to uphold patient care and office standards.
• Share skills with your team. Offer in-service training sessions. Assist with training Sterile Processing staff. Mentoring entry-level positions.

Key Success Factors

• Familiarity with equipment and instrument sterilization techniques and procedures
• Understanding of simple medical terminology
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, demonstrating tact when dealing with patients and colleagues
• Adherence to best practice safety measures, environmental protocols, manufacturers' guidelines, and infection control practices.

Belonging Statement

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

• QUALIFICATIONS
• EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma or GED Equivalent
• EXPERIENCE - (1) one year of experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Cer Board Sterile Prcng & Dist (CBSPD), Cert Reg Central Service Tech (CRCST), Cert Sterile Proc/Distr Tech (CSPDT), Cert Surgical Technologist (CST): Must have one of these.
  • Certified Board Sterile Processing & Dist (CBSPD), or
  • Certified Reg Central Service Tech (CRCST), or
  • Certified Sterile Proc/Distr Tech (CSPDT)
  • Certified Surgical Technologist (CST).