Sterile Processing Tech - PRN

East Georgia Regional Medical Center, LLC; Statesboro (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Job summary

East Georgia Regional Medical Center in Statesboro, GA seeks a Sterile Processing Technician I to ensure clean, sterile instruments and functioning equipment for operating rooms and procedures. You will pick instruments, stock case carts, organize sterilized items, monitor supplies, and collaborate with nursing teams to uphold infection control and safety standards.

This PRN position includes benefits such as a 401(k) with matching and ongoing opportunities to support patient safety and hospital

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in sterile processing, instrument reprocessing, or an operating room.
• Ability to follow strict protocols and maintain attention to detail.
• Knowledge of infection control policies and standard precautions.
• Strong organizational skills to manage inventory.
• Effective communication and teamwork to collaborate with healthcare personnel.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Selects and supplies surgical instruments and equipment according to established protocols.
• Stocks and assembles case carts to ensure inventory for procedures.
• Organizes and stores sterilized instruments and supplies on labeled shelves for easy access.
• Monitors and restocks supply shelves and carts daily to ensure adequate inventory.
• Adheres to infection control policies and standard precautions to prevent infections.
• Obtains, returns, and dispenses supplies and equipment within requested time frames.
• Conducts inventory checks and replenishes expired or used items on carts.
• Communicates with nursing units to track missing equipment and documents loss.
• Performs other duties as assigned and maintains regular attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Surgical instrumentation

Sterilization processes

Infection control

Inventory management

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Summary The Sterile Processing Technician I ensures the availability of clean, sterilized, and properly functioning surgical instruments and equipment for operating rooms and procedural areas. This role is responsible for picking surgical instruments and supplies to support surgical volume in compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and infection control standards. The Sterile Processing Technician I supports patient safety by maintaining a sterile environment and adhering to established protocols.

Job Summary The Sterile Processing Technician I ensures the availability of clean, sterilized, and properly functioning surgical instruments and equipment for operating rooms and procedural areas. This role is responsible for picking surgical instruments and supplies to support surgical volume in compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and infection control standards. The Sterile Processing Technician I supports patient safety by maintaining a sterile environment and adhering to established protocols.

Schedule: PRN, as needed

Benefits:

• 401(k) with matching

Essential Functions

• Selects and supplies surgical instruments and equipment according to established protocols.
• Stocks and assembles case carts, ensuring proper inventory and availability of instruments and supplies for procedures.
• Organizes and stores sterilized instruments and supplies on appropriately labeled shelves to ensure easy accessibility.
• Monitors and restocks supply shelves and carts daily, ensuring adequate inventory for hospital needs.
• Adheres to infection control policies and procedures, including the use of standard precautions, to prevent hospital-acquired infections.
• Obtains, returns, and dispenses supplies and equipment within requested time frames, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
• Conducts inventory checks and replenishes expired or used items on emergency and supply carts.
• Communicates with nursing units to track and locate missing equipment and documents loss of supplies or equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in sterile processing, instrument reprocessing, or an operating room required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Understanding of surgical instrumentation and sterilization processes.
• Ability to follow strict protocols and maintain attention to detail.
• Knowledge of infection control policies and standard precautions.
• Strong organizational skills to manage inventory.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with healthcare personnel.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

East Georgia Regional Medical Center (EGRMC) is a 149-bed, Joint Commission-accredited acute care hospital serving Statesboro and surrounding communities with advanced, patient-centered healthcare. With more than 800 employees and 100+ physicians representing a wide range of specialties, EGRMC provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, including a 24-hour physician-staffed emergency department, Women’s Pavilion, Level II neonatal center, robotic-assisted surgery, cardiac care, rehabilitation, diagnostic imaging, dialysis, wound care, sleep medicine, pain management, and telehealth services. Recognized for its commitment to quality and clinical excellence, EGRMC has earned Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI Accreditation from the American College of Cardiology and designation as a Primary Stroke Center, reflecting its dedication to delivering exceptional care close to home.