Sterile Processing Tech: Instrument Sterilization Specialist

Singing River Healthcare Academy; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Singing River Health System seeks a Sterile Processing Technician for the Pascagoula location. The role involves cleaning, sterilizing, assembling, and distributing sterile instruments under supervision, with responsibilities including record-keeping and equipment testing.

The position requires a HS diploma or GED, knowledge of medical terminology, and de-escalation training completion within 90 days. Experience in central service and OR instrument handling is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required or equivalent.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is essential.
• Certification recommended within two years of employment.
• Completion of de-escalation training by orientation end (90 days).
• Experience in Central Service, OR instrument/supply and computer entry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide sterile instruments and decontaminated equipment for patients of all ages under supervision.
• Clean, disinfect, assemble, package and sterilize instruments; test sterilization equipment.
• Maintain sterilization records, order equipment, and assist with patient care supplies.

Skills

Sterilization equipment operation

Disinfection procedures

Documentation and record keeping

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Computer entry

Job description

Singing River Health System seeks a Sterile Processing Technician for the Pascagoula location. The role involves cleaning, sterilizing, assembling, and distributing sterile instruments under supervision, with responsibilities including record-keeping and equipment testing.

The position requires a HS diploma or GED, knowledge of medical terminology, and de-escalation training completion within 90 days. Experience in central service and OR instrument handling is preferred.