Sterile Processing Tech II — Central Sterile

Mary Washington Healthcare Incorporated; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate, inspect, assemble and sterilize surgical instruments and trays in accordance with policies. The role supports safety and infection control standards in a fast-paced setting.

You will operate sterilization equipment, maintain records, and assist in training and process improvements while ensuring accurate set assembly for complex procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Current certification in Sterile Processing Technology (CRCST or equivalent) required.
• One year of MWHC sterile processing experience OR two years of external SPD Ilevel experience.
• Completion of a Sterile Processing Technician training program preferred.
• Demonstrated competence in sterile processing practices, including instrument identification and advanced set assembly.
• Demonstrated ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills; experience with instrument tracking systems preferred.
• Ability to operate automated and technical equipment used in sterile processing.

Responsibilities

• Maintains departmental policies and procedures while following all quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Decontaminates, cleans, inspects, and assembles surgical instruments and medical devices according to established policies and procedures.
• Packages and wraps instruments and supplies using proper techniques to maintain sterility.
• Operates, monitors, and performs basic troubleshooting on sterilization equipment, including steam sterilizers, low-temperature systems, ETO sterilizers, and washer-disinfectors.
• Performs biological, chemical, and mechanical testing of sterilization cycles and documents results according to quality assurance standards.
• Assembles complex surgical trays, specialty sets, code carts, and case carts accurately and efficiently.
• Identifies, handles, and assembles specialized and delicate instrumentation used in advanced surgical procedures.
• Stores and rotates supplies, equipment, and instrument trays in accordance with departmental procedures and industry standards.
• Maintains accurate records for sterilization loads, instrument tracking, and inventory documentation.
• Receives requests for patient care equipment and delivers items to units in a timely and customer-focused manner.
• Follows all infection prevention practices, standard precautions, and safety guidelines related to chemicals and hazardous materials.
• Uses advanced knowledge of instrumentation to support accurate assembly and prioritization of surgical sets. Reports discrepancies to leadership.
• Assists in resolving workflow issues, equipment concerns, or deviations related to instrument quality or sterility.
• Provides training support to new technicians and serves as a knowledgeable resource on instrumentation, workflow processes, and sterilization methods.
• Participates in education programs, in-service training, and process improvement initiatives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sterile processing

Instrument tracking

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Sterile processing equipment

Job description

Mary Washington Healthcare in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate, inspect, assemble and sterilize surgical instruments and trays in accordance with policies. The role supports safety and infection control standards in a fast-paced setting.

You will operate sterilization equipment, maintain records, and assist in training and process improvements while ensuring accurate set assembly for complex procedures.