Sterile Processing Tech (Dallas)

Children's Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental Leave

Caregiver Leave

Adoption reimbursement

Retirement plan match

Job summary

Children's Health in Dallas is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to maintain cleanliness, sterilization, and proper functioning of surgical instruments and related equipment.

You will decontaminate, assemble instrument sets, differentiate sterilization methods, and support department efficiency while ensuring safe, aseptic handling. This on-site role requires attention to detail and teamwork within the Sterile Processing Distribution department.

Qualifications

• Maintain cleanliness, sterilization, and proper functioning of equipment.
• Adhere to sterile processing standards and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate and clean equipment and instrumentation; ensure sterility.
• Evaluate equipment function; report malfunctions and coordinate repairs.
• Assemble instrument sets from count sheets and minimize waste.
• Prepare and package single instrument items as required.
• Differentiate steam vs. gas sterilization requirements.
• Store, deliver, and manage sterile supplies using aseptic methods.
• Maintain a safe work environment and practice.
• Operate and troubleshoot sterilization equipment as needed.
• Perform messenger duties for department needs.
• Suggest process improvements to improve efficiency.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Equipment sterilization

Job description

Job Title & Specialty Area: Sterile Processing Technician

Department: Sterile Processing Distribution

Location: Dallas, TX

Shift: 2:30PM - 11:00PM (Wednesday & Friday) & 6:00PM-7:30AM (Friday & Saturday)

Job Type: On-Site

Why Children's Health?

At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal. Through our cutting‑edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well‑being. Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Summary

Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, sterilization, and functioning of equipment and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for decontamination and cleaning of all equipment and instrumentation; ensures cleanliness and sterility of all instruments.
• Evaluates functioning of equipment; reports malfunction of equipment and instrumentation and follows through to ensure appropriate repairs are complete and maintenance performed.
• Accurately assembles instrument sets based on established count sheets; effectively uses materials and supplies to assemble instrument sets and minimize waste.
• Appropriately prepares and packages single instrument items.
• Differentiates items that require steam versus gas sterilization.
• Stores, delivers, and manages sterile supplies using aseptic techniques.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe environment and work habits.
• Performs sterilization process duties independently; operates and troubleshoots sterilization equipment.
• Performs messenger duties as department needs require.
• Maintains awareness and makes appropriate recommendations of possible process modifications that would enhance department efficiency.

Work Experience

• At least 1 year Central Sterile Processing experience or Central Sterile Processing training strongly preferred

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Licenses And Certifications

• Central Sterile Processing Certification Upon Hire preferred
• Central Sterile Processing Certification 1 Year required

A Place Where You Belong

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute.

Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care For You

• Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years
• 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)
• Caregiver Leave
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement

As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally‑protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer‑employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment‑related activity.