Sterile Processing Tech II

St. Elizabeth Healthcare; Edgewood (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

PTO

Employer retirement match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Career advancement

Job summary

St. Elizabeth Healthcare is hiring a Sterile Processing Tech II at our Edgewood hospital to support decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and equipment.

The role requires attention to detail, excellent customer service, and adherence to manufacturer guidelines and regulatory standards; certification in CRCST or CSPDT is preferred, with opportunities for growth within our perioperative services.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED.
• CRCST or CSPDT certification required; CBSPD/CER acceptable in Endoscopy.
• Knowledge of perioperative instrumentation and sterilization standards.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, inspect, assemble, sterilize and distribute instruments.
• Ensure instruments are cleaned, disinfected and sterilized per guidelines.
• Maintain documentation and quality assurance records.
• Support Endoscopy turnover and equipment management under RN supervision.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

CRCST/CSPDT certification

Job description

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Job Type

Regular

Scheduled Hours

40

Why You’ll Love Working with St. Elizabeth Healthcare

At St. Elizabeth Healthcare, every role supports our mission to provide comprehensive and compassionate care to the communities we serve. For more than 160 years, St. Elizabeth Healthcare has been a trusted provider of quality care across Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio. We’re guided by our mission to improve the health of the communities we serve and by our values of excellence, integrity, compassion, and teamwork. Our associates are the heart of everything we do.

Benefits That Support You

• Competitive pay and comprehensive health coverage within the first 30 days.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work schedules
• Retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Wellness, mental health, and recognition programs
• Career advancement through mentorship and internal mobility

Job Summary

St. Elizabeth Healthcare is hiring a Sterile Processing Tech II located at our Edgewood hospital.

Job Description

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and medical equipment to support safe and efficient patient care. This role ensures all instruments and supplies are cleaned, disinfected, assembled, and sterilized according to manufacturer guidelines, regulatory standards, and departmental procedures. Responsibilities include operating and troubleshooting sterilization and cleaning equipment, maintaining accurate documentation and quality assurance records, managing inventory and supply distribution, and responding promptly to the needs of surgical and procedural departments. In Endoscopy settings, the technician may also assist with procedure room turnover, equipment management, and patient care activities under the supervision of a registered nurse. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong attention to detail, excellent customer service skills, a commitment to quality and safety, and the ability to contribute to positive patient outcomes through effective sterile processing practices and responsible resource management.

Education, Credentials, Licenses

• High school graduate or GED
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT). If working in Endoscopy Department, (CBSPD) or (CER)

Specialized Knowledge

• Knowledge of perioperative instrumentation, sterilization, and AAMI (Association of Advancement of Medical Instrumentation) standards. Knowledge of Joint Commission and AORN Standards
• Computer entry skills
• If working in Endoscopy Department competent in SGNA Guidelines

Kind And Length Of Experience

• Experience in Sterile Processing department or Surgical Tech experience.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Right Career. Right Here. If you're looking for the right careers in healthcare, the right place to be is at St. Elizabeth. Join us, and you'll take pride in the level of care we offer our community.