Sterile Processing Technician

CHI; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 28,006; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Chattanooga is seeking a Sterile Processing Professional to ensure the proper handling and sterilization of surgical instruments. The role requires exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to infection control. Candidates must have a high school diploma and certifications within 24 months of hire. Experience in sterile processing is preferred. Join a dedicated team committed to patient safety and surgical excellence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required at hire.
• Certification as Central Service Technician within 24 months.
• 1-3 years of current sterile processing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform decontamination, packing, sterilization and dispatch of surgical instruments.
• Inspect and assemble instrument trays accurately and timely.
• Maintain sterilization records and operate sterilization equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Infection control

Education

High School GED/General Studies

Certified Central Service Technician

Certified Sterile Processing & Distribution Technician

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

Monday - Friday (11:00pm - 7:00am)

As our Sterile Processing Professional, you will be a critical guardian of patient safety, ensuring surgical teams receive correct, fully functional, and sterile instrumentation.

Every day, you will expertly perform decontamination, prep and pack, sterilization, and dispatch with efficiency, expertise, and accuracy, delivering instruments with resourcefulness, determination, courtesy, and professionalism. You will continuously expand your knowledge of standards and procedures for surgical instrumentation.

To be successful in this role, you will possess exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a rigorous commitment to infection control, ensuring optimal surgical outcomes with a professional demeanor.

Decontamination Duties

• Hand clean and inspect all instruments, containers, and equipment according to manufacturer’s specifications, hospital safety policies, and regulatory guidelines to assure patient and employee protection.
• Clean and leak test flexible endoscopes according to the manufacturer's specifications and hospital policy.
• Wear protective attire and use proper cleaning solutions while performing duties in the decontamination department.

Assembly Room Duties

• Accurately inspect and assemble instrument and specialty trays in a timely manner.
• Maintain biological and sterilization records for steam, Steris, and Sterrad machines according to departmental procedures.
• Accurately operate all sterilization equipment to sterilize instruments according to department policy and manufacturer’s recommendations.

Job Requirements

• High School GED General Studies, upon hire.
• High School Graduate General Studies, upon hire.
• Certified and Registered Central Service Technician, within 24 months.
• Certified Sterile Processing and Dist Tech, within 24 months.
• Cert Sterile Processing Dist Tech, within 24 months.

Preferred

• Associate of Science, upon hire.
• 1-3 years current Sterile Processing Experience, upon hire.

Where You’ll Work

CHI Memorial, a member of CommonSpirit, is an award‑winning, not‑for‑profit, faith‑based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 team members and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.

Pay Range

$15.00 - $20.33 /hour

Location

Chattanooga, TN