Sterile Processing Tech - On-Call OR Support

Houstonmethodistcareers; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate, assemble, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment for the OR and ancillary departments. You will ensure timely delivery of sterile products and maintain strong collaboration with OR staff to support safe patient care.

The role emphasizes accurate communication, adherence to universal precautions, and teamwork across the sterile processing department, with attention to patient privacy and safety.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Formal Sterile Processing program preferred.
• CRCST or CSPDT certification within 1 year.
• Experience requirement: None.

Responsibilities

• Performs decontamination and assembling of basic surgical trays and equipment utilizing established count sheets.
• Provides timely sterile products, trays and case carts in coordination with OR staff.
• Sterilizes instruments and trays following manufacturer instructions and policies.
• Maintains workflow between OR and Sterile Processing with customer service focus.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

English language proficiency

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Sterile Processing program preferred

Job description

Houston Methodist is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate, assemble, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment for the OR and ancillary departments. You will ensure timely delivery of sterile products and maintain strong collaboration with OR staff to support safe patient care.

The role emphasizes accurate communication, adherence to universal precautions, and teamwork across the sterile processing department, with attention to patient privacy and safety.