Sterile Processing Tech - Impactful OR Support & Growth

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 22,468 - 34,825; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off & disability

Education support

Job summary

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, VA, seeks a Certified Sterile Processing Technician to support high acuity surgical services in UVA Health’s perioperative environment. This role emphasizes infection prevention and surgical readiness in collaboration with OR and clinical teams.

Responsibilities include decontamination, tray assembly, sterilization, and accurate documentation of all parameters.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• 1 year or relevant experience preferred; CNA/EMT/PCT/CMA preferred.
• Proficient communication, auditory and visual skills; able to lift/push/pull 25-50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform decontamination, cleaning, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage and distribution of instruments.
• Prepare and assemble surgical trays per listings.
• Operate and monitor sterilization equipment and document parameters.
• Maintain instrument/tray tracking using barcode systems.
• Support OR readiness by pulling cases and restocking supplies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Documentation

Physical stamina

Lifting 25-50 lbs

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Barcode systems

Sterilization equipment

Job description

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, VA, seeks a Certified Sterile Processing Technician to support high acuity surgical services in UVA Health’s perioperative environment. This role emphasizes infection prevention and surgical readiness in collaboration with OR and clinical teams.

Responsibilities include decontamination, tray assembly, sterilization, and accurate documentation of all parameters.