Sterile Processing Technician - Central Service

Independence Health System; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Health System in Latrobe, PA seeks a Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate, inspect and assemble surgical instruments and trays, ensuring sterility and regulatory compliance.

You will operate sterilizers, monitor cycles, perform cleaning, wrap and label loads, maintain records, and support OR and L&D departments. Preferred CRCST/HSPA credentials and Act 81/34 compliance; HS diploma required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; associate degree or higher preferred.
• CRCST certification or Surgical Technician background.
• CBSPD or HSPA certification preferred.
• Compliance with Act 81 and Act 34 PA background checks.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication abilities; basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate and inspect surgical instruments.
• Assemble instrument trays and organize supplies for sterilization.
• Operate sterilizers and monitor cycles for proper sterilization.
• Wrap, label, and document instrument loads; ensure sterility indicators are used.
• Maintain accurate records and monthly regulatory reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CRCST certification

CBSPD or HSPA certification

Act 81 Compliance

Act 34 PA Criminal Record Check

Job description

Independence Health System in Latrobe, PA seeks a Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate, inspect and assemble surgical instruments and trays, ensuring sterility and regulatory compliance.

You will operate sterilizers, monitor cycles, perform cleaning, wrap and label loads, maintain records, and support OR and L&D departments. Preferred CRCST/HSPA credentials and Act 81/34 compliance; HS diploma required.