Sterile Processing Tech: Precise Instrument Care

Prisma Health; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician for the Richland area. The role handles decontamination, instrument preparation and sterilization for patient care devices and trays.

Team members document steps, monitor sterilization processes and ensure proper packaging and labeling of instrument trays. The position emphasizes adherence to infection control guidelines, accuracy in tracking systems, and collaboration with the Central Sterile team to support surgery and patient care

Qualifications

• Education: Surgical Tech, Sterile Processing Tech, or Dental Assistant training.
• Experience: No experience required; in lieu, HS diploma plus 6 months hospital or clinical experience accepted.
• Certifications: CRCST or CSPDT preferred; if not certified, must obtain CRCST within 1 year of eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Disassembles and processes contaminated instruments and equipment.
• Assembles instrument sets and documents missing items.
• Sterilizes using autoclaves and aerators; performs high-level disinfection as needed.
• Documents all decontamination, assembly, disinfection and sterilization activities.
• Maintains instrument tracking records and reports issues to supervisor.

Skills

Attention to detail

Sterile processing

Documentation

Education

Surgical Tech training

Sterile Processing Tech training

Dental Assistant training

Job description

Prisma Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician for the Richland area. The role handles decontamination, instrument preparation and sterilization for patient care devices and trays.

Team members document steps, monitor sterilization processes and ensure proper packaging and labeling of instrument trays. The position emphasizes adherence to infection control guidelines, accuracy in tracking systems, and collaboration with the Central Sterile team to support surgery and patient care