Sterile Processing Technician: OR Instrument Specialist

UNC Health Care; Old Farm (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Lenoir Health Care in Kinston, NC is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to sterilize reusable instruments for the operating room, emergency department and community clinics across the UNC Lenoir Health Care system.

The role requires attention to cleanliness, proper attire, and accurate record-keeping; it involves operating sterilization equipment, monitoring tests, and ensuring timely delivery of safe instruments for patient care.

Qualifications

• High School graduate required.
• CNA or Surgical Technician preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains cleanliness and/or sterility of work area and equipment.
• Operates equipment used for instrument sterilization.
• Monitors sterilization equipment and records test results.
• Compiles and files information pertaining to items received and processed.
• Organizes own work activities and prioritizes daily tasks.
• Inventories work area and ensures adequate supplies.
• Transports instrument carts to designated destinations.

Skills

Math skills

Writing skills

Communication

Dexterity

Education

High School diploma

CNA

Surgical Technician

Job description

UNC Lenoir Health Care in Kinston, NC is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to sterilize reusable instruments for the operating room, emergency department and community clinics across the UNC Lenoir Health Care system.

The role requires attention to cleanliness, proper attire, and accurate record-keeping; it involves operating sterilization equipment, monitoring tests, and ensuring timely delivery of safe instruments for patient care.