Sterile Processing Tech: Precision for Safe Surgeries

Methodist Healthcare System; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Hospital in San Antonio, part of HCA Healthcare, is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to clean, decontaminate, assemble and sterilize instruments for surgical cases. You will ensure aseptic handling and instrument readiness across departments.

Responsibilities include preparing instrument packs, operating autoclaves, and maintaining sterilization records while upholding infection-control standards. Requires high school diploma or GED; CRCST or CSPDT certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Highschool or GED is required.
• 1 year of experience in sterile processing or related area preferred.

Responsibilities

• Applies aseptic principles to prevent infection and ensure patient care.
• Complies with patient safety initiatives and universal precautions.
• Inspects, assembles, tests and prepares instruments for sterilization and surgery.
• Operates and maintains autoclaves, ultrasonic washer and cart washer.
• Maintains documentation for washing, sterilization, testing and inventory.
• Prepares instrument packs and trays for sterilization and case carts.
• Ensures accurate labeling, packaging and storage of sterilized goods.

Education

Highschool/GED

Job description

Methodist Hospital in San Antonio, part of HCA Healthcare, is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to clean, decontaminate, assemble and sterilize instruments for surgical cases. You will ensure aseptic handling and instrument readiness across departments.

Responsibilities include preparing instrument packs, operating autoclaves, and maintaining sterilization records while upholding infection-control standards. Requires high school diploma or GED; CRCST or CSPDT certification is preferred.