Sterile Processing Tech - Weekend Shift, Make an Impact

Prisma Health; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health in Richland (Columbia area) is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to handle decontamination, instrument preparation, assembly and sterilization for patient care. The role involves disassembling complex instruments, sorting for damage, and ensuring proper packaging and tracing of trays and sets.

Documentation and adherence to infection control guidelines are essential. Responsibilities include operating sterilization equipment, high-level disinfection, and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• Education as Surgical Tech, Sterile Processing Tech, or Dental Assistant training.
• No experience required.
• In lieu of education, High School diploma or equivalent with 6 months hospital/clinical experience.
• CRCST or CSPDT certification preferred; CRCST certification required within 1 year if not certified.

Responsibilities

• Performs decontamination, instrument preparation and assembly, and sterilization/disinfection of instruments and equipment.
• Disassembles, inspects, and sorts contaminated instruments and equipment; reports repairs.
• Assembles instrument trays and ensures proper documentation on sets and counts.
• Operates autoclaves and aeration equipment; reprocesses equipment via high-level disinfection.
• Documents all activities in the Instrument Tracking System or manual logs.
• Monitors biological, mechanical, and chemical indicators; records results and actions.

Education

Surgical Tech training

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Prisma Health in Richland (Columbia area) is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to handle decontamination, instrument preparation, assembly and sterilization for patient care. The role involves disassembling complex instruments, sorting for damage, and ensuring proper packaging and tracing of trays and sets.

Documentation and adherence to infection control guidelines are essential. Responsibilities include operating sterilization equipment, high-level disinfection, and maintaining records.