Sterile Processing Tech: Safe OR Instrument Specialist

Socket.dev; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Centra in Lynchburg, VA is seeking a Sterile Processing Technologist to support safe surgical care by ensuring that operating room instruments are clean, properly sterilized, and ready for procedures. Under supervision of the Sterile Processing Manager or Director, you will uphold Centra’s quality standards, protect patients from harm, and contribute to a healthy work environment.

This role emphasizes aseptic technique, attention to detail, and collaborative teamwork across perioperative

Qualifications

• Required Education: High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Creates and maintains an environment that protects patients from harm
• Promotes and sustains a culture reflective of Centra's best practices
• Operationalizes change resulting from evidence-based practice or research
• Applies service excellence best practices in approaching patients, visitors, physicians, and colleagues
• Handles conflict resolution in an appropriate, timely, and consistent manner
• Demonstrates understanding of aseptic technique
• Demonstrates understanding of the proper care and sterilization of surgical instrumentation
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Patient safety

Communication

Conflict resolution

Sterilization processes

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent

Job description

Centra in Lynchburg, VA is seeking a Sterile Processing Technologist to support safe surgical care by ensuring that operating room instruments are clean, properly sterilized, and ready for procedures. Under supervision of the Sterile Processing Manager or Director, you will uphold Centra’s quality standards, protect patients from harm, and contribute to a healthy work environment.

This role emphasizes aseptic technique, attention to detail, and collaborative teamwork across perioperative