Sterile Processing Tech: Impactful Instrument Sterilization

Mary Washington Healthcare; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to clean, decontaminate, inspect and assemble instrument sets and surgical case carts in our Sterile Processing department.

Key responsibilities include maintaining safety standards, performing tests on sterilization equipment, and ensuring accurate cart assembly. The role requires clinical precision and the ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team, including evenings and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current certification in Sterile Processing Technology required at the time of hire.
• Minimum of two years of Sterile Processing experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work in a high stress area.
• Computer skills preferred.
• Ability to operate automated and technical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures while adhering to quality and safety standards.
• Cleans, decontaminates, inspects, assembles, packages and sterilizes instrumentation according to procedures.
• Stores supplies, instrument trays, and equipment per policies and industry standards.
• Receives requests for patient care equipment and delivers to unit promptly.
• Performs biological and chemical testing of sterilization equipment.
• Ensures complete and accurate assembly of surgical and code carts.
• Participates in education programs and in-service meetings and demonstrates knowledge of assigned specialty.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Computer skills

Operate automated equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certification in Sterile Processing Technology

Job description

Mary Washington Healthcare in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to clean, decontaminate, inspect and assemble instrument sets and surgical case carts in our Sterile Processing department.

Key responsibilities include maintaining safety standards, performing tests on sterilization equipment, and ensuring accurate cart assembly. The role requires clinical precision and the ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team, including evenings and weekends as needed.