Sterile Processing Technician (10:00am-6:30pm)

Truman Medical Centers; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Truman Medical Centers in Kansas City, MO seeks an SPD Technician to clean, decontaminate, and sterilize surgical instruments, ensuring the OR runs smoothly. You will prep case carts and manage supplies, while handling data entry and inventory control.

The role requires teamwork and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and to work across SPD areas. Preferred candidates have a high school diploma, Central Service or Instrument Tech certification, or Surgical Tech training, plus OR instrument

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Central Service or Instrument Tech certification/program preferred.
• Surgical Tech program graduate preferred.
• OR experience of 5+ years in instrument tech in the OR is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Clean, decontaminate, and sterilize surgical instruments as the SPD expert.
• Prep and pack surgical case carts to ensure OR readiness.
• Assist with receiving, storing, and distributing supplies and equipment.
• Maintain data entry and inventory control to keep SPD organized.
• Be a flexible team player capable of supporting multiple SPD areas.

Skills

Sterilization

Instrument handling

Data entry

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Central Service or Instrument Tech certification/program

Surgical Tech program graduate

Tools

Sterilizers

Job description

**Sterile Processing Department (SPD) Technician**Are you a detail-loving, behind-the-scenes hero who takes pride in keeping surgical teams running like clockwork? Do you know your way around shiny surgical tools and high-powered sterilizers? Then we want YOU on our team!### ### What You’ll Be Doing:* You’re the go-to expert for cleaning, decontaminating, and sterilizing surgical instruments—aka, the MVP of clean!* Prep and pack surgical case carts like a pro—if it’s needed in the OR, you’ve got it ready.* Roll up those sleeves! You’ll handle the heavy lifting: receiving, storing, and distributing supplies and equipment.* Keep things organized and on track with data entry and inventory control.* Be a team player who can jump into *any* area of SPD and make things happen. ### What You Bring to the Table:* High school diploma or GED.* You’ve checked one of these boxes: + Central Service or Instrument Tech certification/program + Surgical Tech program graduate + OR you’ve got 5+ years of hands-on instrument tech experience in the Operating Room* (Bonus if you're already rocking this at TMC—we love promoting from within!)* You speak sterilizer fluently: you know the equipment and the process inside-out.* You’re comfortable with computers and can input data without missing a beat.* Able to lift up to 50 lbs. solo (you've got the strength and the skills).* Friendly, helpful, and great with people—because good vibes matter!### Extra Awesome (Preferred):* 1 year of SPD experience? Gold star! ### Why You’ll Love It Here:You’ll be part of a hardworking, high-impact team that keeps the surgical wheels turning. No two days are the same, and your work directly helps save lives. Plus, we value our people—you’ll grow your skills, work with great teammates, and get the recognition you deserve.Ready to scrub into something great?**Apply now and be the clean machine behind every successful surgery!**