Sterile Processing Tech: Instrument Prep & Sterilization

Prisma Health; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health in Greenville is seeking staff for Central Sterile Processing. Duties include decontamination, instrument prep, sterilization and documentation to ensure patient care instruments meet infection control standards.

The role requires knowledge of various sterilizers and adherence to established procedures; 1 year of sterile processing or surgical tech experience is preferred, with opportunities for certification and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 1 year of Sterile Processing or Surgical Technology preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent acceptable with related experience
• Certification as Central Supply or Central Sterile Processing Tech preferred

Responsibilities

• Receives, sorts, disassembles and processes contaminated instruments according to Infection Control guidelines
• Assembles instrument sets and documents missing items; reports issues
• Sterilizes instruments and equipment using autoclaves; completes documentation
• Documents activities in Instrument Tracking System (SPM) or manual systems
• Observes and interprets biological, mechanical and chemical monitors; records results
• Issues items to customers and departments per procedures
• Assists with cleaning and maintenance of department equipment
• Reports unfamiliar items and intervenes to correct processing variances

Skills

Sterile processing

Surgical technology

Attention to detail

Documentation

Education

Central Sterile Processing Education Program

Surgical Tech training program

Tools

Sterrad

Steam sterilizers

ETO sterilizers

Job description

Prisma Health in Greenville is seeking staff for Central Sterile Processing. Duties include decontamination, instrument prep, sterilization and documentation to ensure patient care instruments meet infection control standards.

The role requires knowledge of various sterilizers and adherence to established procedures; 1 year of sterile processing or surgical tech experience is preferred, with opportunities for certification and professional growth.