Sterile Processing Tech: Instrument Sterilization & QC

Athens Orthopedic Clinic; Loganville (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Athens Orthopedic Clinic is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician for our ambulatory surgery center in Loganville. You will operate cleaning and sterilization equipment, assemble and wrap instruments, and ensure infection-control standards are met.

Responsibilities include maintaining QA records, preparing instrument trays, and assisting OR staff with instrument delivery. Applicants should be able to lift up to 25 lbs and follow safety protocols in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of sterilization procedures and standards.
• Ability to follow infection-control policies.
• Ability to assemble, wrap and prepare instruments for sterilization.
• Capacity to maintain QA records and inventory of instruments.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment for cleaning and sterilization per standards.
• Assemble, wrap and inspect instruments for use.
• Maintain accurate sterilization and QA records.
• Assist with instrument setup for cases and distribute as scheduled.
• Report damaged equipment to management and coordinate repairs.

Skills

Sterilization knowledge

Infection control

Equipment handling

QA/records

Tools

Washer/Decontaminator

Sonic cleaner

Sterilizer

Biological incubator

Job description

Athens Orthopedic Clinic is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician for our ambulatory surgery center in Loganville. You will operate cleaning and sterilization equipment, assemble and wrap instruments, and ensure infection-control standards are met.

Responsibilities include maintaining QA records, preparing instrument trays, and assisting OR staff with instrument delivery. Applicants should be able to lift up to 25 lbs and follow safety protocols in a fast-paced clinical environment.