STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN

CP02 Carilion New River Valley Medical Center; Christiansburg (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Pension plan

Paid time off

Onsite fitness

Wellness app access

Job summary

Carilion Clinic in Christiansburg, VA is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate, sterilize, and prepare instruments for surgical operations. You will assemble and wrap trays, maintain aseptic technique, and ensure accurate documentation for case carts in OR and cardiac surgery contexts.

The role requires a high school diploma and 1 year of experience; licensure is not required. Carilion offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience: 1 year of experience.
• Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: None required.
• Life Support: None required.
• Other Minimum Qualifications: Requires basic interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminates, sterilizes, and prepares instruments and equipment for surgical operations.
• Assembles and wraps materials, instruments, and supplies following aseptic techniques.
• Loads sterilizers, verifies cycles, and maintains accurate documentation.
• Prepares case carts for operating rooms and collaborates with surgical team.

Skills

Basic interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Employment Status: Full time
Shift: Day/Evening (United States of America)
Facility: 2900 Lamb Cir - Christiansburg
Requisition Number: R161913
STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN (Open)

How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare

The Sterile Processing Technician decontaminates, sterilizes, and prepares instruments and equipment, supporting surgical operations and patient care. The Sterile Processing Technician Decontaminates, assembles sterilizers, and distributes instruments, supplies, and equipment for patient care. Cleans, cultures, tests, and operates various sterilizers. Collaborates with other members of the surgical team to ensure quality patient care. CRMH-Prepares case carts for Operating Room and Cardiac Surgery. CRCH - prepares case carts for Operating Room, OB/OR, and Labor & Delivery. Maintains assigned work areas and equipment in a clean and organized condition to maintain required standards for handling sterilized and clean materials and to maintain a safe work environment. Sterilize instruments, equipment, linen, and supplies using various types of sterilizers and aerators. Load sterilizers in the prescribed manner and set controls to specified time and temperature according to material and requirements of items being sterilized. Verify appropriate sterilization cycle to ensure all parameters have been met. Complete appropriate documentation records. Identifies and assemble instrument procedure trays according to the prescribed manner. Wrap package and handle all items following procedure. Mark items with identifying data and distributes or store in designated area. Notify appropriate CTL or Manager when unable to replace parts or with equipment deficiencies in the work area. Dispense products requested for sterile and non-sterile equipment and supplies. Assign priority to emergency requests and issue required supplies and equipment based on knowledge of procedure intended. Assemble and wrap materials, instruments, and supplies according to established aseptic techniques. Disassemble and clean instruments and equipment using approved chemical solution. Reassemble instruments and equipment after cleaning and operate to test for proper functioning. Replace lost or damaged parts. Complete required forms and transfer inoperable equipment to the appropriate area for repair. Apply aseptic techniques in daily work assignments. Cleans and/or safely operates selected equipment within the department. Maintains accurate documentation related to activities, including responsibility for creation of lot numbers for all sterilized items for tracking and recall purposes. Effectively functions in crisis situations with appropriate actions based on sound judgement and submit appropriate communications. Prepares case carts for surgical procedures. May perform charge duties as needed and /or assigned. May assist in orientation of new employees to each work assignment area and total department operations as needed and /or assigned. Assists in problem solving. May be involved in process improvement initiatives/projects As a team member, demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy in each encounter with patients, families, visitors, and other employees. Champions Carilion's mission, vision, and values; comply with the policies and procedures, ethical standards and code of conduct set forth by the company.

What We Require

Education: High school graduate or equivalent required.

Experience: 1 year of experience.

Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: None required.

Life Support: None required.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Requires basic interpersonal skills.

This job description is intended to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents in this role. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Compensation Range: $17.39 - $24.35 Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That’s why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life — at work and when you’re away. When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training

In our workplace, we're devoted to the success of our employees. No matter where you are in your career, we will help you continue to learn, grow, and share your knowledge with others.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status.

Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace.

For more information on E-Verify: https://www.carilionclinic.org/eoe-e-verify-and-right-work-policies

Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. Join an organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, fully dedicated, and forever curious. Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, and multi-specialty physician practices spanning southwestern Virginia. Join us and begin your career in a place where every day is a new adventure of creating the future of health care.