Sterile Processing Tech I: Instrument Prep & OR Support

St Claire; Morehead (KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Claire Regional Med Center in Morehead, KY, seeks a Sterile Processing Technician I to clean, sterilize, and assemble surgical instruments, support infection prevention, and maintain supply inventories.

You will process and decontaminate items, prepare trays, and respond to OR requests while adhering to universal precautions and safety standards. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent with vocational training; 0–2 years in a healthcare setting is typical.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; vocational/technical training preferred.
• Experience in a healthcare setting is common for this role (0–2 years).
• Knowledge of universal precautions and sterilization methodologies required.

Responsibilities

• Clean, decontaminate, and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Assemble and prepare instrument trays for various surgical cases.
• Maintain inventory, logs, and compliance with safety standards.
• Respond to operating room requests and ensure department cleanliness.

Skills

Sterilization

Decontamination

Instrument tracking

Regulatory standards

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational/technical training

Tools

Mechanical washers

Ultrasonic cleaners

Biological monitoring equipment

Sterile storage systems

Job description

St. Claire Regional Med Center in Morehead, KY, seeks a Sterile Processing Technician I to clean, sterilize, and assemble surgical instruments, support infection prevention, and maintain supply inventories.

You will process and decontaminate items, prepare trays, and respond to OR requests while adhering to universal precautions and safety standards. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent with vocational training; 0–2 years in a healthcare setting is typical.