Sterile Processing Tech II: Instrument Prep & Sterilization

Insight Global; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global in Charlotte, NC seeks a Certified Sterile Processing Technician II to execute decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments. You will support multiple facilities, ensure infection control standards, and maintain meticulous logs and compliance with regulatory requirements.

The role requires adaptability, strong technical skills, and ability to work flexible hours (regular 35 hours and potential overtime).

Qualifications

• Experience in sterile processing and instrument decontamination.
• Knowledge of infection control standards and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to manage logs, counts, and traceability for instrument sets.

Responsibilities

• Execute decontamination, disinfection, and sterilization of instruments per standards.
• Inspect, sort, and assemble instrument sets per count sheets.
• Prepare instrument trays using approved sterilization methods.
• Operate ultrasonic cleaners, washer-decontaminators, and cart washers.
• Maintain logs to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Identify damaged or missing instruments and isolate them.
• Deliver and retrieve case carts to support surgical cases.
• Respond to requests from operating room and clinical teams.
• Reprocess expired items and ensure proper labeling and sterility.
• Maintain a clean sterile processing environment and rotate areas.
• Communicate workflow issues to leadership promptly.
• Mentor junior staff or new hires.
• Transport instruments using approved handling protocols.

Skills

Decontamination

Disinfection

Sterilization

Instrument inspection

Logkeeping

Regulatory standards

Tools

Ultrasonic cleaners

washer-decontaminators

Cart washers

Job description

Insight Global in Charlotte, NC seeks a Certified Sterile Processing Technician II to execute decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments. You will support multiple facilities, ensure infection control standards, and maintain meticulous logs and compliance with regulatory requirements.

The role requires adaptability, strong technical skills, and ability to work flexible hours (regular 35 hours and potential overtime).