Sterile Processing Technician I — Instrument Care & Disinfection

ECU Health; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

ECU Health Medical Center in North Carolina is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support instrument reprocessing, decontamination, assembly, packaging and distribution in a fast-paced surgical setting.

You will work with guideline-based decontamination, maintain records, and ensure instruments are ready for procedures. AAMI-compliant processes and OSHA standards are emphasized in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Less than 2 years of Sterile Processing Experience.
• No CST Certification Required.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, decontaminate, assemble, sterilize and/or high-level disinfect instruments per AAMI guidelines.
• Verify instruments are in open position, free of bioburden and functioning before sterilization.
• Follow IFU guidance when processing instrumentation and alert supervisor when IFU are needed.
• Maintain appropriate biological/chemical wash solutions for decontamination.
• Document sterilization records in accordance with AAMI and department policy.
• Sort mismatched instrument sets and inform supervisor if items are missing.
• Prepare procedure case carts with required instruments and supplies.
• Keep the work area clean and organized, adhering to OSHA standards.

Skills

Sterile processing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

ECU Health Medical Center in North Carolina is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support instrument reprocessing, decontamination, assembly, packaging and distribution in a fast-paced surgical setting.

You will work with guideline-based decontamination, maintain records, and ensure instruments are ready for procedures. AAMI-compliant processes and OSHA standards are emphasized in this role.