Sterile Processing Technician

Baylor Scott & White Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match up to 5%

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Austin is seeking an entry-level Sterile Processing Technician I to clean, sterilize, process, and distribute patient equipment, instruments, and supplies. The role requires basic knowledge of sterilization and medical terminology, with a focus on safety and infection control.

The position emphasizes teamwork with nurses and staff, room preparation, and adherence to hospital policies.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Less than 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare rooms and organize instruments, equipment, treatment trays and supplies.
• Clean and decontaminate instruments and patient equipment following policies and procedures.
• Operate sterilization equipment and washers as required.
• Receive, stock, rotate, and check goods; pull expired items and distribute orders.
• Maintain inventory records and ensure safety and infection control practices.

Skills

Sterilization knowledge

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Relational skills

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Job description

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values Are

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The Sterile Processing Technician 1 cleans, sterilizes, processes, organizes, and distributes patient equipment, instruments, supplies, and products.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Prepares rooms and organizes instruments, equipment, treatment trays and supplies for specified departments.
• Cleans and decontaminates instruments, containers, and patient equipment using detergents and disinfectants. Follows regulatory and hospital policies and procedures. Operates semi-automatic and automatic sterilization equipment and washers.
• Receives, stocks, rotates, and checks goods. Pulls expired goods. Fills and distributes internal orders. Picks up reusable trays, equipment, and instruments.
• Maintains and controls inventory. Maintains applicable records and files.
• Ensures compliance with safety, environmental, manufacturer and infection control practices.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of equipment and instrument sterilization methods and procedures preferred.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
• Relational skills to interact with patients and staff.
• Ability to comply with safety, environmental, manufacturer and infection control practices.
• Relational and communication skills.

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience