Sterile Processing Tech I — Instrument Prep & Inventory

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Crestview (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. in Crestview, FL is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician I to ensure availability of clean, sterilized surgical instruments for operating rooms.

You will pick instruments and supplies to support surgical volume while following hospital policies and infection control standards. You will maintain sterile environments, restock inventories, and communicate with nursing staff to locate equipment.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in sterile processing, instrument reprocessing, or OR.
• Ability to follow strict protocols and maintain high safety standards.
• Understanding of infection control policies and standard precautions.

Responsibilities

• Selects and supplies surgical instruments and equipment according to established protocols.
• Stocks and assembles case carts, ensuring instrument availability.
• Organizes and stores sterilized instruments on labeled shelves.
• Monitors and restocks supply shelves and carts daily.
• Adheres to infection control policies and standard precautions.
• Obtains, returns, and dispenses supplies within requested time frames.
• Conducts inventory checks and replenishes expired items.
• Communicates with nursing units to track missing equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Sterile processing knowledge

Infection control

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. in Crestview, FL is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician I to ensure availability of clean, sterilized surgical instruments for operating rooms.

You will pick instruments and supplies to support surgical volume while following hospital policies and infection control standards. You will maintain sterile environments, restock inventories, and communicate with nursing staff to locate equipment.