Sterile Processing Tech I: Instrument Inventory OR Support

Flowers Hospital; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowers Hospital in the United States is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician I to ensure clean, sterilized instruments and equipment are ready for surgical cases. You will pick instruments, stock case carts, and maintain inventory in line with infection control standards.

In this role you will support OR teams, follow protocols, and uphold patient safety by preserving a sterile environment and timely access to supplies.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in sterile processing, instrument reprocessing, or an operating room.

Responsibilities

• Selects and supplies surgical instruments and equipment according to established protocols.
• Stocks and assembles case carts, ensuring proper inventory and availability of instruments and supplies for procedures.
• Organizes and stores sterilized instruments and supplies on labeled shelves to ensure easy accessibility.
• Monitors and restocks supply shelves and carts daily, ensuring adequate inventory for hospital needs.
• Adheres to infection control policies and procedures, including standard precautions, to prevent hospital-acquired infections.
• Obtains, returns, and dispenses supplies and equipment within requested time frames, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
• Conducts inventory checks and replenishes expired or used items on emergency and supply carts.
• Communicates with nursing units to track and locate missing equipment and documents loss of supplies or equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Surgical instrumentation

Sterilization processes

Attention to detail

Inventory management

Communication

Teamwork

Safety standards

Job description

Flowers Hospital in the United States is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician I to ensure clean, sterilized instruments and equipment are ready for surgical cases. You will pick instruments, stock case carts, and maintain inventory in line with infection control standards.

In this role you will support OR teams, follow protocols, and uphold patient safety by preserving a sterile environment and timely access to supplies.