Sterile Processing Technician III, Outpatient Pavilion

VHCHealth; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vital support team as a Central Sterile Processing Technician, where your attention to detail ensures patient safety. In this dynamic role, you'll clean and decontaminate medical equipment, prepare sterile trays, and operate sterilization equipment. You'll also maintain organized department spaces and assist with deliveries. If you pride yourself on your work and seek to be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team, this opportunity is perfect for you. Enjoy a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Major Holidays

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development Opportunities

Employee Assistance Programs

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Discounts

Retirement Plan with Matching Contributions

Free Onsite Parking

Qualifications

• 4 years of sterile processing experience required.
• Completion of accredited training course preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean and decontaminate medical equipment and instruments.
• Prepare sterile procedure trays and operate sterilization equipment.
• Maintain clean storage and department areas.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Cleaning and Decontamination

Sterilization Equipment Operation

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma

Accredited Central Service Technician Training

Certification in Central Sterile Processing

Job description

Position Title: Sterile Processing Technician III, Outpatient Pavilion

Job Description Summary

Join a vital support team as a Central Sterile Processing Technician, where your attention to detail and commitment to safety ensure the well-being of patients and clinical staff daily. In this dynamic environment, you will be responsible for cleaning and decontaminating medical equipment and instruments, preparing sterile trays, operating sterilization equipment, and ensuring all items are ready for use. You will also maintain clean and organized department spaces, assist with deliveries, answer phones, and participate in training and in-service programs. If you are dependable, pride yourself on your work, and seek to be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team—this role is for you!

Job Responsibilities

• Clean and decontaminate medical equipment and instrumentation
• Prepare sterile procedure trays and equipment
• Operate steam, low-temperature sterilizers, and other sterilization equipment
• Maintain sterile and clean storage and department areas
• Answer phones and service doors
• Deliver requested items
• Complete required documentation for activities
• Uphold organizational standards, mission, goals, and safety behaviors
• Participate in staff training and in-service programs
• Represent the CSP department professionally at all times

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• Completion of an accredited Central Service Technician training course (preferred)
• Four years of sterile processing experience (required)
• Certification in central sterile processing (required)

Additional Information

Pay & Benefits: Compensation is commensurate with experience. Team members are eligible for benefits starting the first day of the month following hire, with a 30-day window to apply.

• Employee-led engagement and wellness initiatives
• Paid major holidays
• Generous paid time off, vacation, and sick leave
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment programs
• Career development opportunities
• Clinical and research pathways eligibility
• Annual merit reviews and increases
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Wellness and fitness discounts
• Hospital employee discounts for family and friends
• VHC health outpatient pharmacy
• Retirement plan with matching contributions
• Workforce enhancement and work/life balance programs
• Free onsite parking and commuter benefits
• Family leave policies