Sterile Processing Technician – Entry Level

uthscsa.edu; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

UT Health San Antonio is seeking an entry-level Sterile Process Technician responsible for sterilizing and decontaminating instruments used in treatment rooms and clinics. The schedule is Monday–Friday with some flexibility, under direct supervision.

Responsibilities include maintaining instrument inventories, performing preventive maintenance on handpieces, ensuring compliance with loan policies, and assisting in equipment distribution to students and departments.

Qualifications

• Basic computer knowledge with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong verbal and written communication; able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to multi task while maintaining efficiency and quality of work.
• Ability to think critically in fast-paced environments requiring sustained attention.

Responsibilities

• Sterilizes and decontaminates surgical instruments and equipment.
• Tracks and maintains inventory of instruments, disposables, and implants.
• Performs preventive maintenance on clinic handpieces and equipment.
• Ensures proper use and compliance with loan policies; follows up on loaned equipment.
• Dispenses equipment to students, faculty and departments.
• Makes recommendations to manager regarding tray setups, handpieces and equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

UT Health San Antonio is seeking an entry-level Sterile Process Technician responsible for sterilizing and decontaminating instruments used in treatment rooms and clinics. The schedule is Monday–Friday with some flexibility, under direct supervision.

Responsibilities include maintaining instrument inventories, performing preventive maintenance on handpieces, ensuring compliance with loan policies, and assisting in equipment distribution to students and departments.