Sterile Processing Tech Specialist FT McAllen

Universal Health Services; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Health Services in McAllen, TX seeks an experienced Sterile Processing Technician to manage the reprocessing cycle for surgical instrumentation and support the SPD team. You will handle decontamination, sterilization, quality checks, and documentation, ensuring safe, efficient case cart preparation.

The role requires CRCST certification, at least two years of SPD experience, and proficiency with Censis/OneSource and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Two years SPD experience as a certified SPD Technician.
• Experience with instrument management software (Censis, OneSource) and Microsoft Office.
• English language proficiency required for interpretation of IFU and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage reprocessing cycle for surgical instrumentation including disassembly, decontamination, disinfection, inspection, testing, assembly, packaging, labeling, high level disinfection, and sterilization.
• Operate ultrasonic cleaners, washers, sterilizers, and related equipment.
• Perform quality monitoring and documentation; assist with inventory and case cart preparation.
• Mentor, train, coach, and support new Sterile Processing Techs; contribute to department leadership.
• Demonstrate commitment to quality and customer service in all duties.

Skills

English proficiency

Manual dexterity

Education

CRCST from IAHCSMM or equivalent

High School diploma/GED or higher

Tools

Censis

OneSource

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

Manages the reprocessing cycle for surgical instrumentation, including disassembly, decontamination, disinfection, inspection, testing, assembly, packaging, labeling, high level disinfection, and sterilization. Cares for and operates ultrasonic cleaners, washers, sterilizers, and other equipment. Completes quality monitoring and documentation. Picks supplies and instruments to prepare case carts for surgery. Performs quality assurance activities. Assists with supply inventory management and clinic instrument rounds. Assists with mentoring, training, coaching, and role modeling for new Sterile Processing Techs. Serves as a leader within the department who specializes in a specific complex area of SPD. Performs all duties with a commitment to excellence in quality and customer service. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1. Experience: Minimum two years SPD experience as a certified SPD Technician
• 2. Computer skills: Various applications related to Instrument management (Censis, OneSource), Microsoft office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• 3. Technical Skills: Due to the highly technical nature, especially related to interpretation of manufacturer's Instructions For Use (IFU), ALL SPD staff must be proficient in spoken and written English
• 4. Manual dexterity with the ability to assemble and disassemble complex instrumentation.

EDUCATION / LICENSURE:

• 1. Education: High School diploma, GED or Higher Education required.
• 2. CRCST from IAHCSMM or equivalent. Professional SPD relevant (CRCST or CSPDT) certification maintained for a minimum of two years prior to date of hire or promotion. Additional SPD certifications desired. Certification must be maintained as a term of employment.

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.