Sterile Processing Technician - Second Shift

Novant Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health in Wilmington, NC is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to prepare clean, sterile instruments for the operating room in accordance with safety and department standards.

Responsibilities include reviewing surgical schedules, monitoring reprocessing equipment, disassembling and cleaning instruments, sterilizing and reassembling instrument sets, and maintaining accurate sterilizer records while collaborating with clinical teams to ensure timely instrument availability.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• One year hospital Sterile Reprocessing experience preferred.
• Sterile Processing Tech Certification preferred.
• Ability to complete skills validation and competency testing.
• Ability to read and understand instrument terminology.

Responsibilities

• Review surgical schedule to identify instrument needs.
• Monitor reprocessing equipment functions and maintenance.
• Disassemble, clean, inspect, reassemble instrument sets.
• Package and sterilize instruments per department standards.
• Maintain records of sterilizer functions and quality checks.
• Assist with inventory and process improvement.
• Collaborate with clinical teams and leaders to resolve issues.

Skills

Sterile technique

Instrument knowledge

Reading comprehension

Competency testing

Education

High School or GED

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Job description

What We Offer

Responsible for providing clean, properly packaged, sterile instruments and supplies to meet individual customer needs.

What You'll Do

Essential Functions

Assessment: Reviews surgical schedule to identify patient/procedure needs. Monitors instrument and reprocessing equipment functions using mechanical, chemical, and biological monitors.

Planning: Collaborates with Clinical Coordinators, Inventory Control Specialist and OR Desk Coordinator to ensure availability of instruments. Monitors progress of daily surgical schedule to identify additional patient/procedure needs. Prioritizes and organizes work based on customer needs.

Processing: Utilizes PPE to minimize exposure to hazardous materials and contaminated waste. Disassembles all complex instrumentation. Sorts for automated or hand cleaning all contaminated instruments generated from the operating room, other areas of the hospital and Novant Medical Groups. Cleans all contaminated instruments following manufacturer's recommendations and department standards. Inspects all instruments for functionality and damage. Learns names of all instruments. Reassembles all instrument sets and other instruments utilizing count sheets and/or lists. Packages all items to be sterilized according to department standards and the method of sterilization. Sterilizes all reusable instruments following manufacturer's recommendations and department standards. Maintains, operates and monitors all reprocessing equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations and department standards. Completes and maintains records of all sterilizer functions according to departmental standards. Cleans equipment using manufacturer's instructions for use throughout the medical center.

Coordination: Utilizes resources judiciously and in a cost-effective manner. Assists in the inventory and maintenance of instruments and supplies. Participates in process improvement. Participates in the orientation of new personnel.

Communication: Keeps co-workers and intra-op staff informed of any updates/issues. Collaborates with the leadership team and UCIC to identify and resolve unit issues.

Non-Essential Functions

All other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Education: High School or GED, required.
• Experience: One year of experience in a hospital Sterile Reprocessing Department, preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Sterile Processing Tech Certification, preferred.
• Additional Skills Required: Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing. Demonstrates knowledge of instrumentation and sterile/aseptic technique. Ability to read and comprehend written instructions to assemble instrument sets and trays. Ability to learn and understand medical terminology.
• Full-time Work Schedule: Second shift 2:15pm - 10:45pm Monday thru Friday

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.