STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN (CERTIFIED)

Doctorshosplaredo; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation & Paid Time Off

401(K) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

HealthStream online learning catalogue

Job summary

Doctors Hospital of Laredo is seeking a Certified Registered Central Service Technician to manage the reprocessing cycle for surgical instrumentation in Laredo, TX. Responsibilities include operating equipment, quality monitoring, and assisting with inventory management. Candidates must have a high school diploma and CRCST certification, with at least 12 months of experience in sterile processing. The position offers a competitive compensation package and opportunities for career development across UHS and its 300+ locations.

Qualifications

• Twelve months minimum in Sterile Processing experience.
• Must be capable of heavy sustained labor and lifting.
• Must have a commitment to excellence, quality, and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Manages the reprocessing cycle for surgical instrumentation.
• Operates ultrasonic cleaners, washers, sterilizers, and other equipment.
• Completes quality monitoring and documentation.
• Assists with supply inventory management and clinic instrument rounds.

Skills

Proficient in spoken and written English

Interpret manufacturer's Instructions For Use (IFU)

Manual dexterity

Heavy lifting ability (over 50 pounds)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certification as Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)

Tools

Censis

OneSource

Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)

Job description

Responsibilities

Doctors Hospital of Laredo, in Laredo, TX, is a 183-bed acute care facility that offers a range of medical services. You'll feel a difference when you walk in our doors. There's pride in the care we deliver and a commitment to serving Laredo's growing healthcare needs.

Manages the reprocessing cycle for surgical instrumentation, including disassembly, decontamination, disinfection, inspection, testing, assembly, packaging, labeling, high level disinfection, and sterilization. Cares for and operates ultrasonic cleaners, washers, sterilizers, and other equipment. Completes quality monitoring and documentation. Picks supplies and instruments to prepare case carts for surgery. Performs quality assurance activities. Assists with supply inventory management and clinic instrument rounds. Assists with mentoring, training, coaching, and role modeling for new Sterile Processing Techs. Performs all duties with a commitment to excellence, quality, and customer service.

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Paid Time Off
• Excellent Benefit Packages
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career development opportunities across UHS and its 300+ locations!
• HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
• License/Certification: Certification as Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) through International Association of Healthcare Central Sterile Materiel Management (IAHCSMM) is required and must be maintained.
• Experience: Twelve months minimum in Sterile Processing.
• Technical Skills: Must be proficient in spoken and written English and able to interpret manufacturer’s Instructions For Use (IFU).
• Computer skills: Various applications related to Instrument management (Censis, OneSource) and Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Category: Category 1 – Job usually involves contact with patients or patient specimens. Exposure to blood, body fluids, non‑intact skin or tissue specimens, is possible.
• Manual dexterity with the ability to assemble and disassemble complex instrumentation.
• Physical Ability: Heavy physical stress on the back, frequent heavy lifting—more than 50 pounds—often combined with bending or turning. Must be capable of heavy sustained labor.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.