Sterile Processing Tech MUSC Florence Sterile Supply Unit - PRN

Medical University of South Carolina; Florence (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina seeks a Sterile Processing Technician to perform decontamination, cleaning, inspection, assembly, packaging and sterilization of instruments for the OR and other areas. You will follow strict hospital policies and regulatory requirements to ensure patient safety through timely sterile reprocessing.

Requirements include completion of an approved Sterile Processing Tech Program with CRCST or CBSPD certification and at least one year of hospital sterile

Qualifications

• Completion of an Approved Sterile Processing Tech Program.
• Certification through CRCST or CBSPD is required.
• Minimum of one year of sterile processing experience, preferably in a hospital.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, inspect, assemble, package and sterilize instruments.
• Support physicians and surgical teams in OR and other departments as needed.
• Maintain compliance with policies, procedures and regulatory standards.
• Ensure patient safety through accurate and timely sterile reprocessing.

Skills

Sterile processing

Education

Sterile Processing Tech Program

CRCST Certification

CBSPD Certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

Under the general supervision of the Coordinator, Manager, or Director, the Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the decontamination, cleaning, inspection, assembly, packaging, processing, and sterilization of instruments used to support physicians and surgical teams in the operating room and other departments as needed. This role requires strict adherence to medical center policies and procedures, as well as compliance with state, local, and federal regulations. The technician plays a critical role in ensuring patient safety and supporting clinical operations through accurate and timely sterile reprocessing.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

PRN

Cost Center

CC003615 FLO - Sterile Supply (FMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-23

Scheduled Weekly Hours

8

Job Description

Under the general supervision of the Coordinator, Manager, or Director, the Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the decontamination, cleaning, inspection, assembly, packaging, processing, and sterilization of instruments used to support physicians and surgical teams in the operating room and other departments as needed. This role requires strict adherence to medical center policies and procedures, as well as compliance with state, local, and federal regulations. The technician plays a critical role in ensuring patient safety and supporting clinical operations through accurate and timely sterile reprocessing.

Additional Job Description

Completion of Approved Sterile Processing Tech Program and certification through CRCST - HSPA (Healthcare Sterile Processing Association) or CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution). Minimum of one (1) year of sterile processing experience, preferably in a hospital or surgical setting. Successful completion of the department’s internal written and practical exam, as well as meeting required performance and productivity standards, is required to attain and maintain Sterile Processing II status.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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