Sterile Processing Tech (Cert) McAllen

Henderson Hospital; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Hospital in the United States is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to manage the reprocessing cycle for surgical instruments. You will operate ultrasonic cleaners, washers, and sterilizers while ensuring proper labeling, testing, and high-level disinfection.

You will also pick supplies for case carts, conduct quality monitoring, and assist with inventory and rounds. The role includes mentoring newer staff and upholding our standards of excellence and patient care.

Qualifications

• Twelve months minimum in Sterile Processing.
• Experience with instrument management software Censis and OneSource.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Must be proficient in spoken and written English.
• High School diploma, GED or higher education required.
• CRCST certification required and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Manage the reprocessing cycle for surgical instrumentation.
• Operate ultrasonic cleaners, washers, sterilizers and related equipment.
• Complete quality monitoring and documentation.
• Prepare case carts by picking supplies and instruments.
• Assist with inventory management and clinic instrument rounds.
• Mentor and train new Sterile Processing Techs.
• Maintain commitment to excellence, quality and customer service.

Skills

Manual dexterity

English proficiency

IFU interpretation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma / GED

Higher Education

Tools

Censis

OneSource

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

Manages the reprocessing cycle for surgical instrumentation, including disassembly, decontamination, disinfection, inspection, testing, assembly, packaging, labeling, high level disinfection, and sterilization. Cares for and operates ultrasonic cleaners, washers, sterilizers, and other equipment. Completes quality monitoring and documentation. Picks supplies and instruments to prepare case carts for surgery. Performs quality assurance activities. Assists with supply inventory management and clinic instrument rounds. Assists with mentoring, training, coaching, and role modeling for new Sterile Processing Techs. Performs all duties with a commitment to excellence, quality, and customer service.

Qualifications

• Twelve months minimum in Sterile Processing.
• Various applications related to Instrument management (Censis, OneSource), Microsoft office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• Manual dexterity with the ability to assemble and disassemble complex instrumentation.
• Due to the highly technical nature, especially related to interpretation of manufacturer’s Instructions For Use (IFU), ALL SPD staff must be proficient in spoken and written English.
• Education: High School diploma, GED or Higher Education required.
• License/Certification: Certification as Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) through International Association of Healthcare Central Sterile Materiel Management (IAHCSMM)) is required. Certification must be maintained.

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