Sterile Processing Tech II

Archbold Medical Center; Thomasville (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

Retirement Plan

PTO & Life Insurance

Work/Life Balance

Career Growth

Job summary

Archbold Medical Center is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech II to maintain instrument processing and ensure safe operating conditions for surgical cases in Thomasville, GA. The role emphasizes decontamination, tray assembly, and adherence to sterilization procedures.

The position requires knowledge of instrumentation, infection control, and ongoing participation in departmental education. Strong teamwork and timely completion of duties are essential in this on-site role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in sterile processing preferred.
• Knowledge of instrumentation and its usage.
• Knowledge of decontamination, processing, and sterilization.
• Knowledgeable of different sterilization methods and testing/documentation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe environment for patient, co-workers, and self.
• Assure proper processing of trays for all surgery types.
• Complete responsibilities to meet clinical ladder criteria.
• Follow infection control policies and procedures.
• Assemble trays according to pick lists and wrap/sterilize correctly.
• Monitor sterilization process to ensure all parameters are met.
• Store sterilized equipment properly and monitor storage integrity.
• Participate in in-services or articles related to sterile processing quarterly.
• Engage in department QI activities and learning programs.
• Communicate professionally to foster interdepartmental relationships.

Skills

Sterile processing

Decontamination

Infection control

Instrument handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Sterile Processing Tech II - Sterile Processing

Description:

Maintain a safe environment for patient, co-workers, and self

Assumes responsibility for instrument room activities, assuring proper processing of tray as related to all types of surgery to include age related cases and trays (pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric)

Completes all additional responsibilities to include clinical ladder criteria

Knowledge of location, care, and operation of all emergency equipment

Always follows proper policies and procedures for Infection Control

Consistently inspects instrumentation and equipment for proper functioning and performance

Choose the proper decontamination method for all equipment

Always assembles trays according to pick list, utilizes the correct method of wrap, and appropriate sterilization

Monitors sterilization process ensuring all parameters of sterilization are met prior to storage

All sterilized equipment in its proper location

Monitors the integrity of wrapped instrumentation while in storage area

Meets and maintains all requirements

Responsible for two in-services or two articles related to sterile processing of instrumentation per quarter

Participates in learning programs offered by the department and departmental QI activities

Completes all assigned duties within appropriate time frame and is willing to assist others

Fosters good relationships between departments by communicating in a professional manner

Experience/Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required

Experience in sterile processing preferred

Knowledge of instrumentation and its usage

Must be knowledgeable of decontamination, processing, and sterilization

Knowledgeable of different types of sterilization methods and being able to run proper testing and documentation

Perks/Benefits:

(for eligible employees):

Have optimal opportunity for career growth within our growing organization

Medical / Dental

Retirement Plan

PTO and paid life insurance

What Sets Us Apart

Archbold Medical Center is a four-hospital, four-nursing-home health system with 540 patient beds. We employ more than 2,500 people and boast an outstanding medical staff of nearly 200 qualified physician specialists. Our flagship hospital, Archbold Memorial Hospital, is a 264-bed hospital located in Thomasville, Georgia. Our system hospitals, also in Georgia, are Archbold Brooks Hospital in Quitman, Archbold Grady Hospital in Cairo, and Archbold Mitchell Hospital in Camilla.

For 100 years, Archbold has been synonymous with high-quality, compassionate medical care. While our exemplary facilities have helped us maintain an excellent reputation, our team members are what makes Archbold special.

You are unique. You have skills and a strong passion for helping people. You also have personal goals, and Archbold wants to help you achieve them. We are a diverse healthcare system that promotes teamwork, continuing education, and leadership, and we are committed to recruiting and retaining the best healthcare professionals to join our Archbold team.

What we offer:

We know that your time and expertise are valuable, and to help our employees be at their best and make the most of their employment experience, we offer a comprehensive and generous benefits package that helps our employees and their families meet the challenges of everyday living.

We strive to be a workplace of choice, and from high-quality medical and dental care benefits to retirement benefits that help build wealth for your future, Archbold is proud to offer our employees one of the best benefits packages in the area.

Below are a few of the benefits Archbold Medical Center offers to employees:

• Work/Life Balance
• Planning for the Future
• Low-Cost Prescriptions
• Health & Wellness Benefits
• Planning for Life’s Unexpected Moments
• Helping You to Advance Your Career

Mission

To provide safe, innovative and compassionate care for our communities.

Vision

A healthier region, stronger communities, meaningful work, and trusted care.