Sterile Processing Technician: Critical OR Support & Quality

Mercy Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition assistance

Benefits package

Job summary

Bon Secours is hiring a Sterile Processing Technician Certified at St. Mary's Hospital in Richmond. The role involves decontamination, assembly and sterilization of surgical instruments, and adherence to AAMI, JCAHO, and CDC standards. Eligibility requires CRCST/HSPA/CBSPD certification and a background in surgical settings.

Education: High School Diploma or GED; EPIC training preferred. On-call availability is required, with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• CRCST/HSPA/CBSPD certification is required or preferred.
• Recent experience in surgical setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs decontamination and processing of surgical instrumentation and patient care equipment according to policy.
• Uses detergents and disinfectants properly while maintaining standard precautions.
• Maintains inventory, replenishes supplies, and tracks sterilization cycles.
• Handles quality assurance and documentation for sterilization processes.
• Operates sterilizers and validates packaging to ensure aseptic standards.
• Documents activities and reports variances affecting patient safety.
• Identifies and resolves infection control issues during transport of biological materials.
• Participates in training and orientation activities.

Skills

Ability to Follow Instructions

Able to Work Independently

Able to work under pressure

Anatomy

Infection Control

Communication

Teamwork

Move with a sense of urgency

Preceptor

Professionalism

Surgical Conscience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Bon Secours is hiring a Sterile Processing Technician Certified at St. Mary's Hospital in Richmond. The role involves decontamination, assembly and sterilization of surgical instruments, and adherence to AAMI, JCAHO, and CDC standards. Eligibility requires CRCST/HSPA/CBSPD certification and a background in surgical settings.

Education: High School Diploma or GED; EPIC training preferred. On-call availability is required, with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.