Sterile Processing Technician — Instrument Care & Growth

Mercy; Creve Coeur (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is hiring a Sterile Processing Instrument Technician to support Decontamination, Processing and Sterilization of instruments and equipment in a hospital setting. The role requires following Manufacturer's Instructions for Use and hospital policies, accurate documentation, and timely prioritization of instrumentation for processing.

The position emphasizes teamwork across departments, ability to wear PPE, and adherence to safety and quality standards per Mercy Service Standards.

Qualifications

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent.
• Certifications: CRCST or CSPDT through IAHCSMM or CBSPD.
• Must be able to wear PPE.
• Must interact with staff across a diverse range of disciplines.
• Must follow directions.
• Must be able to operate equipment.
• Physical demands include lifting items around 25 pounds frequently.

Responsibilities

• Perform Decontamination, Processing and Sterilization of instruments and equipment.
• Inspect, function test and assemble instruments for High Level Disinfection or Sterilization.
• Maintain documentation in logs or computer systems and prioritize instrumentation for processing.
• Answer telephones and dispatch instrumentation, equipment and supplies.

Skills

PPE compliance

Follow directions

Interacting with staff

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Mercy is hiring a Sterile Processing Instrument Technician to support Decontamination, Processing and Sterilization of instruments and equipment in a hospital setting. The role requires following Manufacturer's Instructions for Use and hospital policies, accurate documentation, and timely prioritization of instrumentation for processing.

The position emphasizes teamwork across departments, ability to wear PPE, and adherence to safety and quality standards per Mercy Service Standards.