Sterile Processing Tech I-Full time (Ben Taub Hospital)

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health in Houston, TX is seeking an Sterile Processing Technician I to decontaminate, process and sterilize instruments, supplies and equipment following established standards.

The role emphasizes personal and professional effectiveness, with a schedule that includes weekends and on-call shifts. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and Central Service training or equivalent experience in central sterile processing.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of Central Service Technology Course or at least one year experience in central sterile processing.
• One year work experience in Central Sterile Processing; can substitute for CS Tech course.
• Strong communication: verbal and written.
• Ability to lead projects and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with sterilization equipment and quality control measures.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, process, and sterilize instruments, supplies, and equipment per guidelines.
• Monitor and interpret gauges; ensure sterility indicators are met.
• Operate sterilization and decontamination equipment.
• Maintain cleaning schedules and document procedures.
• Support scheduling with flexibility for weekends/holidays/on-call.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Multi-tasking

Public contact

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma

Central Service Training

1 Year Sterile Processing Experience

Tools

Sterilization Equipment

Decontamination Equipment

Quality Control

Job description

About Us

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

Job Summary

The Sterile Processing Technician I (SP Tech I) is responsible for decontaminating, processing, and sterilizing instruments, supplies, and equipment by following established standards/guidelines. The SP Tech I demonstrates personal and professional effectiveness.

Education

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of Central Service Technology Course/Or Equivalent Work Experience (at least one year experience in central sterile processing)
• Work Experience: One (1) Year Work Experience in Central Sterile Processing. Can substitute for Central Service Technology course. (Preferred)
• Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal Communication (Heavy Public Contact), Writing/Reports (Legible handwriting and coherent writing)
• Other Skills: Medical Terms (Surgical/ Medical Terminology Knowledge, Critical Thinking, Multi-task in a fast paced environment, Ability to lead projects ,Monitor and interpret results of gauges & Research surgical instruments and supply companies), PC (Basic entry level)
• Work Schedule: Weekends, Holidays, Flexible, On Call
• Equipment Operated: Sterilization Equipment, Decontamination Equipment, Computer/printer, Elevator System, Endoscopic Re-processors, Heat Sealer, Biological Incubators, Bar code Scanners, Computer software, Temperature Monitors, and Equipment Gauges, Visual Screen Monitors, Digital Camera, and Inter-department Paging Sys