Sterile Processing Tech: Instrument Sterilization Expert

Surgery Partners, Inc; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

South Texas Spine & Surgical Hospital is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support the operating room by processing instruments through decontamination, sterilization, and storage in accordance with hospital procedures.

The candidate will ensure proper care of surgical instrumentation, document sterilization processes, and may move between facility and outpatient department as needed. Strong English communication and basic computer skills are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Certification of Sterile Processing preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) prerequisite.
• 2–4 years of experience in sterile processing.
• Knowledge of sterilization standards and documentation.
• Verbal and written English communications for safe patient care.
• Basic computer skills for job duties.

Responsibilities

• Performs decontamination, sterilization, and storage of instruments per policies.
• Assures proper care and maintenance of surgical instrumentation and equipment.
• Documents sterilization processes per policy and procedures.
• May interchange between facility and Hospital Outpatient Department as needed.

Skills

Documentation

Teamwork

English communication

Computer literacy

Self-directed

Accountability

Professional demeanor

Education

High School/GED

Job description

South Texas Spine & Surgical Hospital is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support the operating room by processing instruments through decontamination, sterilization, and storage in accordance with hospital procedures.

The candidate will ensure proper care of surgical instrumentation, document sterilization processes, and may move between facility and outpatient department as needed. Strong English communication and basic computer skills are required.