Sterile Processing Tech - Instrument Care & OR Support

Advocate Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Winston-Salem, NC, seeks a Sterilization Technician to ensure sterile instruments for the operating rooms. You will operate decontamination equipment, perform sterilization, and maintain documentation.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED and proficiency with Microsoft Office and instrument-tracking software. You will work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to biohazards.

Qualifications

• Operate sterilization equipment and report issues.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Proficient communication skills.
• Knowledge of instrument tracking software.

Responsibilities

• Operate all department machinery and report issues.
• Perform manual and/or automated decontamination of instruments.
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness and proper functionality.
• Assemble instruments into containers per count sheets.
• Package instruments per manufacturer's instructions.
• Perform sterilization and verify adequacy of the sterilization process.
• Maintain documentation of sterilization processes.
• Store sterile containers in identified location.
• Assemble case carts per picklist and deliver to the OR.
• Participate in the department's surge plan and weekend call.
• Assist other team members as needed.
• Follow policies to prevent spreading contaminants/diseases.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Steam sterilizer

Low temp sterilizers

Ultrasonic washers

Washer decontaminators

Job description

Advocate Health in Winston-Salem, NC, seeks a Sterilization Technician to ensure sterile instruments for the operating rooms. You will operate decontamination equipment, perform sterilization, and maintain documentation.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED and proficiency with Microsoft Office and instrument-tracking software. You will work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to biohazards.