Sterile Processing Tech II: Instrument Prep & Sterilization

Memorial Hermann Health System; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System in Spring, TX seeks a dedicated Sterile Processing Technician to prepare and package surgical instruments for sterilization, following Standard Precautions and Event Related Sterility principles.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED with one year of related healthcare training; CBSPD or IAHCSMM certification (or within one year of hire); and at least one year of experience in sterile processing or a related clinical role. Strong teamwork required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1 year formal training or education in a related allied/clinical healthcare profession
• Certification by CBSPD or IAHCSMM required or must obtain within one year of hire date
• Minimum 1 year experience in Sterile Processing or a related allied/clinical healthcare profession role

Responsibilities

• Fundamental knowledge of the Sterile Processing department rules, procedures and processes.
• Accurately handles and cares for instruments/equipment appropriately, including selection of cleaning agents, lubricants, examination for function, identification and assembly according to count sheet and preparation for sterilization.
• Identifies, documents, and reports equipment and tools in need of repair and ensures maintenance is completed.
• Organizes, prepares, assembles, and sterilizes instruments, equipment and supplies according to hospital/medical facility standards of sterilization.
• Correctly peel-pack supplies/instruments, wraps instruments for sterilization, inspects each instrument for use, function, completeness, and cleanliness.
• Loads, monitors, operates and maintains different types of cleaning and sterilization equipment and machinery accurately and safely.
• Assists in maintaining records of all equipment and supplies, ordering of supplies as needed, and monitoring quality control and infection control standards.
• Increases knowledge base by accepting more complex assignments regularly.

Skills

Oral and written English

Basic math

Computer skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year formal training in allied/clinical healthcare

Job description

Memorial Hermann Health System in Spring, TX seeks a dedicated Sterile Processing Technician to prepare and package surgical instruments for sterilization, following Standard Precautions and Event Related Sterility principles.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED with one year of related healthcare training; CBSPD or IAHCSMM certification (or within one year of hire); and at least one year of experience in sterile processing or a related clinical role. Strong teamwork required.