Sterile Processing Tech — Critical OR Support, Flexible

Baton Rouge General Medical Center; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Baton Rouge General is seeking a detail-oriented Central Sterile Technician to support the sterilization and processing of reusable medical/surgical supplies. You will ensure all items meet safety standards and regulatory guidelines to support patient care.

Key duties include decontaminating, sterilizing, labeling, assembling instrument sets, and building case carts for upcoming procedures, while maintaining logs and quality standards across the department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; two years of related healthcare experience preferred.
• Detail-oriented with strong safety and precision.
• Certified Central Sterile Technician preferred.
• Knowledge of sterilization procedures, decontamination practices, and regulatory guidelines.
• Understanding of HIPAA regulations and patient safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, sterilize, and monitor equipment per department protocols and JCAHO guidelines.
• Pack and label supplies and log for sterilization.
• Operate sterilizers and monitor indicators.
• Process soiled linens and reusable supplies; de-lint, fold, and sterilize linens for daily OR needs.
• Assemble and prep instrument sets and linen packs per OR specifications.
• Distribute reusable equipment and supplies throughout the hospital.
• Build case carts for upcoming surgeries per physician preference and inventory.
• Execute product recall procedures per hospital policies.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas; participate in quality initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Detail oriented

Team player

Sterile processing experience

HIPAA knowledge

Regulatory guidelines

Equipment handling

Scheduling exposure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Central Sterile Technician

Job description

Baton Rouge General is seeking a detail-oriented Central Sterile Technician to support the sterilization and processing of reusable medical/surgical supplies. You will ensure all items meet safety standards and regulatory guidelines to support patient care.

Key duties include decontaminating, sterilizing, labeling, assembling instrument sets, and building case carts for upcoming procedures, while maintaining logs and quality standards across the department.