Sterile Processing Technician I Instrument Sterilization Pro

Exalta Group; Shimer (PA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Exalta Group in Bethlehem, PA is hiring a Sterile Processing Technician I to ensure the safety and readiness of surgical instruments for patient care and manufacturing environments. You will clean, decontaminate, assemble, and sterilize instruments, inspect for damage, and document cycles to maintain compliance and quality.

Working with manufacturing and quality teams, you will help maintain sterile storage and accurate processing records, using autoclaves and Epicor ERP to track instrument sets

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic knowledge of sterilization techniques and infection control principles.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and protocols accurately.
• Physical ability to handle repetitive tasks and stand for extended periods.
• Familiarity with safety standards and PPE usage.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning and decontamination of surgical instruments using manual and automated methods.
• Inspect instruments for damage and cleanliness prior to sterilization.
• Assemble instrument sets and prepare for sterilization processes.
• Operate sterilization equipment such as autoclaves and document cycles.
• Maintain records of instrument processing and adhere to infection control policies.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to address instrument issues.
• Ensure sterile storage and distribution of processed instruments.
• Work with Epicor ERP for data entry related to instrument processing.

Skills

Sterilization basics

Infection control

Manual dexterity

Stamina

PPE knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Epicor ERP

Autoclave

Job description

Exalta Group in Bethlehem, PA is hiring a Sterile Processing Technician I to ensure the safety and readiness of surgical instruments for patient care and manufacturing environments. You will clean, decontaminate, assemble, and sterilize instruments, inspect for damage, and document cycles to maintain compliance and quality.

Working with manufacturing and quality teams, you will help maintain sterile storage and accurate processing records, using autoclaves and Epicor ERP to track instrument sets