Sterile Processing Technician: Precision, Safety & Impact

Mary Washington Healthcare; United States; On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to clean, decontaminate, inspect, assemble, and sterilize instruments, supplies, and linens for surgical case carts in accordance with policies and industry standards. You will participate in education programs and uphold quality assurance and infection control measures.

The role requires a high school diploma and certification in Sterile Processing Technology, with a preference for at least two years of Sterile Processing

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current certification in Sterile Processing Technology required at time of hire.
• Minimum of two years of Sterile Processing experience preferred.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work in a high-stress environment.
• Computer skills preferred.
• Ability to operate automated and technical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures while adhering to quality assurance, safety, and infection control standards.
• Cleans, decontaminates, inspects, assembles, packages and sterilizes instrumentation.
• Stores supplies, instrument trays, and equipment according to policies and industry standards.
• Delivers patient care equipment to units in a timely manner.
• Performs biological and chemical testing of sterilization equipment.
• Ensures complete and accurate assembly of surgical and code carts.
• Participates in education programs and in-service meetings.

Skills

Sterile Processing

Inventory management

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

Certification in Sterile Processing Technology

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Packaging equipment

Biological/chemical testers

Job description

Mary Washington Healthcare is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to clean, decontaminate, inspect, assemble, and sterilize instruments, supplies, and linens for surgical case carts in accordance with policies and industry standards. You will participate in education programs and uphold quality assurance and infection control measures.

The role requires a high school diploma and certification in Sterile Processing Technology, with a preference for at least two years of Sterile Processing