Sterile Processing Tech II: Instrument Sets & Sterility

marywashingtonhealthcare; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to join our Sterile Processing team. The role focuses on cleaning, decontaminating, inspecting, assembling, and preparing surgical instruments and case carts in accordance with policies and industry standards.

You will operate sterilizers and related equipment, perform cycle testing, and ensure accuracy of instrument tracking and inventory while adhering to safety and infection control practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CRCST or equivalent certification required.
• 1 year SPD experience with MWHC or 2 years external SPD I-level experience.
• Sterile processing training program preferred.
• Demonstrated competence in sterile processing practices and instrument assembly.

Responsibilities

• Maintain policies and procedures while following quality assurance and infection control standards.
• Decontaminate, clean, inspect, and assemble surgical instruments and devices.
• Package and wrap instruments to maintain sterility.
• Operate and troubleshoot sterilization equipment (steam, low-temp, ETO, washer-disinfectors).
• Document sterilization cycles and load results according to QA standards.
• Assemble complex surgical trays and case carts accurately and efficiently.
• Identify and handle specialized instrumentation for advanced procedures.
• Maintain records for loads, tracking, and inventory.

Skills

Sterile processing

Instrument identification

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Instrument tracking systems

Job description

Mary Washington Healthcare is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to join our Sterile Processing team. The role focuses on cleaning, decontaminating, inspecting, assembling, and preparing surgical instruments and case carts in accordance with policies and industry standards.

You will operate sterilizers and related equipment, perform cycle testing, and ensure accuracy of instrument tracking and inventory while adhering to safety and infection control practices.