Sterile Processing Tech I

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Preventive care coverage

Paid Time Off

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks an entry-level Sterile Processing Technician. You will learn and perform decontamination, sterilization, and handling of medical instruments under experienced staff, following SOPs and safety guidelines.

This role requires a high school diploma, certification readiness or ongoing CBSPD/HSPA credentials within 18 months, and a willingness to learn with attention to detail. Full-time with benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Licenses and Certifications: Central Sterile certification with Healthcare Processing Association (HSPA) or CBSPD equivalent within 1-1/2 Yrs

Responsibilities

• Learn and understand departmental policies and SOPs for sterile processing tasks and safety protocols.
• Under guidance successfully work in all areas within department which includes but not limited to decontamination, assembly, sterilization, case pick, and high level disinfection.
• Unload and prepare instruments, supplies, and equipment for decontamination following departmental procedures and manufacturer‿s instructions for use.
• Safely handles instruments, removing damaged or malfunctioning items and reporting issues to supervisor.
• Learn proper sterilization methods for different items, ensuring correct assembly, packaging, and preparation.
• Maintain accurate sterilization records, label sterilized items, and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Learn and operate various equipment under guidance. (Washer, Ultrasonic, Sterilizer)
• Participate in biological monitoring/testing, reporting positive results, and escalating issues to leadership.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Evening Shift: 2:00pm-10:30pm. Monday-Friday

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report , we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the cleaning, decontamination, sterilization, and safe handling of medical instruments, supplies, and equipment. This entry-level position will involve learning and performing various tasks under the guidance of experienced staff, ensuring compliance with all safety, health, and departmental procedures. Success in this position requires flexibility, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.

BENEFITS

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

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EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

REQUIRED

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Licenses and Certifications: Central Sterile certification with Healthcare Processing Association (HSPA) or CBSPD equivalent within 1-1/2 Yrs

PREFERRED

• Experience: 1 year of central sterile processing experience.

JOB DUTIES

• Learn and understand departmental policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for sterile processing tasks and safety protocols.
• Under guidance successfully work in all areas within department which includes but not limited to decontamination, assembly, sterilization, case pick, and high level disinfection.
• Unload and prepare instruments, supplies, and equipment for decontamination following departmental procedures and manufacturer‿s instructions for use.
• Safely handles instruments, removing damaged or malfunctioning items and reporting issues to supervisor.
• Learn proper sterilization methods for different items, ensuring correct assembly, packaging, and preparation.
• Maintain accurate sterilization records, label sterilized items, and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Learn and operate various equipment under guidance. (Washer, Ultrasonic, Sterilizer)
• Participate in biological monitoring/testing, reporting positive results, and escalating issues to leadership.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

SECURITY

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.