Sterile Processing Technician | Part-Time, Day Shift

Phelps Health; Rolla (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Phelps Health seeks a Sterile Processing Technician to perform sterilization and decontamination of instrumentation, ensuring packaging integrity and proper labeling. The role requires careful adherence to manufacturer specifications, PPE use, and accurate documentation of loads and tests.

The technician will manage inventory and support department operations in a hospital setting. Located in Rolla, Missouri, the facility emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement in sterility

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Sterile Processing Technician certification to be obtained within 1 year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates principles of decontamination/sterilization.
• Correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Correctly sorts instrumentation for cleaning according to manufacturer’s specification.
• Correctly cleans CASE carts.
• Correctly inspects packages for integrity after sterilization.
• Correctly sterilizes instrumentation according to manufacturer’s specifications.
• Accurately labels instrumentation.
• Correctly documents sterilizer loads and tests.
• Maintains daily inventory of equipment and supplies.

Skills

Sterile processing

Decontamination

Quality control

Instrumentation knowledge

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Sterilizers

Job description

Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri.No matter where you start with us, we’re committed to taking our team to the top. If you’re ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do, read on to find your fit in the Phelps Health family.General SummaryThe Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for sterilization techniques and operations of equipment.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesDemonstrates principles of decontamination/sterilization.Correct use of personal protective equipment (gown, gloves, face mask, boots)Correctly sorts instrumentation for cleaning according to manufacturer’s specification.Correctly cleans CASE carts.Correctly inspects packages for integrity after sterilization.Demonstrates principles of sterilization.Correct use of biological and chemical sterilization indicators.Correctly sterilizes instrumentation according to manufacturer’s specifications.Accurately labels instrumentation.Correctly documents sterilizer loads and tests.Demonstrates knowledge of instruments and equipment.Correct assembly of instrumentation.Correctly tests instrumentation for optimal functioning.Notifies supervisor of broken and/or malfunctioning instrumentation and removes them from service.Correctly identifies specific department instrumentation ie. Surgery, obstetrics, and emergency services.Maintains daily inventory of equipment and supplies.Is attentive to detail and accuracy, is committed to excellence, looks for improvements continuously, monitors quality levels, finds root cause of quality problems, owns/acts on quality problems.Meets commitments, works independently, accepts accountability, handles change, stays focused under pressure, meets attendance/punctuality requirements.EducationHigh School diploma or equivalent required.Work ExperienceExperience in sterile processing preferredCertification/LicenseSterile Processing Technician certification to be obtained within 1 year of employment.Mental/Physical RequirementsConsiderable mental concentration required to operate equipment and properly care for instruments and equipment. Standing, walking, lifting up to 35 lbs., reaching required.Mental and Emotional Requirements: Works in close proximity to others and/or in a distracting environment.Working ConditionsExposed to wet and/or humid conditions during decontamination of instruments. Occasional exposure to temperature fluctuations, fumes, or airborne particles, exposure to communicable/infectious disease via contact with contaminated instruments and supplies. Must be able to work in a small, confined area for long periods of time.At Phelps Health, we think we have a better team, benefits, and opportunities for growth than anyone else around, and we invite you to see for yourself! Apply now to join us on our mission in health care.