Sterile Processing Technician - Evenings

UMC Health System; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UMC Health System in Texas is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician for the evening shift. You will organize, clean, sterilize, and distribute instruments for surgical procedures, ensuring proper packaging and transportation within the hospital.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and basic computer skills; experience in SPD or instrument room training is helpful, with familiarity in Cerner/IDX systems. Strong attention to sterility and safety is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in Sterile Processing or Instrumentation is helpful.
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn hospital software.
• Familiarity with Cerner, IDX and other hospital programs.
• Basic medical terminology is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Process and package instruments for surgical procedures.
• Package and load items for sterilization.
• Store, issue, and track equipment across departments.
• Operate Detergent Management System and SPD equipment safely.
• Troubleshoot sterilizers and document sterility guidelines.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Sterile processing experience

Computer skills

Microsoft Office (Outlook/Excel/Word)

Cerner/IDX familiarity

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cerner IDX

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Sterile Processing Technician - EveningsApplylocations: UMC Main Campustime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R21010We’ve learned that what is best for patients is also best for employees. Learn more about why we are one of the Best Companies to Work for in Texas.Job Summary The Sterile Processing Technician organizes, directs, and performs activities related to cleaning, sterilizing, storing, maintenance and distribution of equipment and instruments in the Sterile Processing Department Monday - Friday 3:00pm - 11:00pm Job Specific Responsibilities Daily assignments may include but are not limited to: • Process and package instruments and instrument sets to be used in surgical procedures • Properly package and load items on the carriage for sterilization • Store, issue, and track equipment; this includes delivery and pick up from various departments • Operate, monitor, and exchange the Detergent Management System • Operate all SPD equipment in a safe and efficient manner • Troubleshoot and resolve problems with sterilizers • Properly test equipment and document following sterility assurance guidelines • All other assigned related duties Education and Experience • High School Diploma or GED Skills and Abilities • Experience in Sterile Processing and/or Instrumentation Room training helpful • Computer skills required. Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (including, but not limited to, Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.), Ability to learn Cerner, IDX, and other applicable hospital-based programs as they pertain to the required job duties • Medical terminology helpful Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships Frequent interaction with various departments throughout the hospital Physical Capabilities Work is of heavy demand. Walking and standing most of the time on duty. The technician will occasionally be required to push or pull charts weighting as much as 100 pounds and lifting items as heavy as 50 pounds. Frequent reaching and bending required. Frequent handling of instruments is necessary. Sight, speech and hearing are a must. Days and hours of duty will vary. Environmental/Working Conditions The decontamination work is done in an area that is at high risk for exposure to blood borne pathogens. Exposure risk to high temperature steam and hydrogen peroxide. This position is subject to inside environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.