Sterile Processing Tech - FT Days

UAB Medicine; Oneonta (AL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Associate Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Alabama is hiring for a Sterile Processing Technician to inspect, decontaminate and assemble surgical instruments for patient care. The role supports case carts, inventory control and adherence to current standards in a hospital setting.

Schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with no on-call, weekends or holidays. Education requirement is a high school diploma equivalency or 1 year of related experience, with licensure accepted in lieu where applicable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma equivalency or 1 year of job-specific experience required.
• Licensure/certification accepted in lieu of education or experience when applicable.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, assemble and evaluate surgical instruments to ensure proper sterilization and readiness.
• Perform decontamination of soiled instruments, containers and equipment per protocol.
• Inspect instruments, equipment and containers for cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Maintain inventory levels to support case carts and routine operations.

Skills

Decontamination

Sterilization

Instrument inspection

Inventory management

Education

High School diploma equivalency or 1 year experience

Job description

• Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's Blount
• Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

Position Overview

• Department: Sterile Processing
• Schedule: Mon-Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, no on-call, no weekends, no holidays
• Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's Blount
• Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

Job Description

Inspect, assemble and evaluate all surgical instruments and instrument sets to ensure proper sterilization, completeness of set, and to determine need for repair/replacement.

• Perform decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers and equipment according to established protocols.
• Inspect instruments, equipment and containers to assure cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Correct instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and/or instrument tracking systems.
• Maintain proper levels of inventory to ensure availability for case carts.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 3,100 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.