Sterile Processing Tech I: Instrument Decontamination

UTMB Health; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician I to assist with decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instruments and equipment. The role supports daily operations by maintaining instrument flow, preparing trays, and ensuring accurate counts and documentation.

The incumbent will handle case carts, inventory, and communication with the team to ensure timely delivery of needed tools and supplies while adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminates surgical instruments and equipment and maintains a steady flow of items through the process.
• Assembles surgical trays and equipment following established tray listings.
• Sterilizes instruments and trays and monitors sterilization parameters per procedures.
• Prepares and distributes case carts; handles supplies and linens as requested.
• Communicates issues to supervisor and ensures accurate instrument counts and documentation.

Skills

Decontamination

Sterilization

Assembly

Case carts

Documentation

Safety

Tools

Abacus Tracking System

Job description

UTMB Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician I to assist with decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instruments and equipment. The role supports daily operations by maintaining instrument flow, preparing trays, and ensuring accurate counts and documentation.

The incumbent will handle case carts, inventory, and communication with the team to ensure timely delivery of needed tools and supplies while adhering to safety standards.