Sterile Processing Tech: Training Academy & Growth

American Addiction Centers; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Advocate Health's Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center – Sterile Processing Services is offering a training academy for individuals pursuing certification as Sterile Processing Technicians. Early on, you'll work day shifts during the academy, with interview and placement into a Sterile Processing Tech role upon successful completion.

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and be CSPT certified. This program emphasizes teamwork, instrument decontamination, and adherence to sterile

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certified Sterile Processing Technician (CSPT) required.

Responsibilities

• Promote a cooperative and professional work environment through effective communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• Clean and decontaminate surgical instruments and equipment using approved methods and equipment.
• Inspect reusable instruments to ensure functionality, cleanliness, and compliance with standards.
• Sort, assemble, and package instruments and surgical sets accurately.
• Operate sterilization equipment to produce sterile products and reduce the risk of nosocomial infections.
• Ensure adequate availability of sterilization supplies and preparation solutions.
• Perform daily checks of autoclaves and Steris units using biological indicators and air removal test kits; maintain accurate sterilization logs, records, and charts.
• Maintain current technical knowledge and competency in sterile processing practices.
• Provide age‑and developmentally appropriate care in accordance with Age‑Specific Care Guidelines for populations served.
• Collaborate with department staff to ensure instruments, equipment, and supplies are available for scheduled procedures.

Skills

Sterilization equipment operation

Effective communication

OR instrumentation knowledge

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Sterile Processing Technician (CSPT)

Job description

Advocate Health's Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center – Sterile Processing Services is offering a training academy for individuals pursuing certification as Sterile Processing Technicians. Early on, you'll work day shifts during the academy, with interview and placement into a Sterile Processing Tech role upon successful completion.

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and be CSPT certified. This program emphasizes teamwork, instrument decontamination, and adherence to sterile