Sterile Processing Technician: Decontamination & Sterilization

University of South Alabama Health System; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

USA Health on the Gulf Coast seeks a Sterilization Technician to support decontamination, sterilization, and equipment handling across multiple facilities. You will follow procedures, track processing, and ensure packaging integrity.

The role requires adherence to infection control standards, ability to stand for long periods, and lifting up to 50 lbs, with regular attendance and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Comparable education/experience may substitute.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes approved PPE as appropriate.
• Retrieves soiled supplies/equipment and decontaminates as scheduled.
• Selects appropriate sterilization method and cycle (steam, low temp).
• Documents all work using tracking software.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area; adheres to safety standards.

Skills

PPE usage

Sterilization

Documentation

Body mechanics

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sterilizer equipment

Instrument tracking software

Job description

USA Health on the Gulf Coast seeks a Sterilization Technician to support decontamination, sterilization, and equipment handling across multiple facilities. You will follow procedures, track processing, and ensure packaging integrity.

The role requires adherence to infection control standards, ability to stand for long periods, and lifting up to 50 lbs, with regular attendance and overtime as needed.