Sterile Processing Technician (Specialist) PRN McAllen

South Texas Health System; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

South Texas Health System is looking for a Sterile Processing Technician in McAllen, Texas. You will manage the reprocessing cycle for surgical instruments, ensuring quality and safety across all procedures. This role involves managing inventory, providing mentorship to new staff, and maintaining compliance with department standards.

The ideal candidate has at least two years of SPD experience, proficiency with relevant software, and holds a CRCST certification. Join us to enhance surgical safety and patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of SPD Technician experience required.
• Proficiency in Censis and OneSource, Microsoft Office applications.
• Must be proficient in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Manage the reprocessing cycle for surgical instrumentation.
• Perform quality assurance activities and inventory management.
• Mentor and train new Sterile Processing Techs.

Skills

SPD Technician experience

Computer skills (Censis, OneSource)

Technical interpretation of IFUs

Manual dexterity

Education

High School diploma or GED

CRCST certification

Job description

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY: Manages the reprocessing cycle for surgical instrumentation, including disassembly, decontamination, disinfection, inspection, testing, assembly, packaging, labeling, high level disinfection, and sterilization. Cares for and operates ultrasonic cleaners, washers, sterilizers, and other equipment. Completes quality monitoring and documentation. Picks supplies and instruments to prepare case carts for surgery. Performs quality assurance activities. Assists with supply inventory management and clinic instrument rounds. Assists with mentoring, training, coaching, and role modeling for new Sterile Processing Techs. Serves as a leader within the department who specializes in a specific complex area of SPD. Performs all duties with a commitment to excellence in quality and customer service. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Experience: Minimum two years SPD experience as a certified SPD Technician
2. Computer skills: Various applications related to Instrument management (Censis, OneSource), Microsoft office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
3. Technical Skills: Due to the highly technical nature, especially related to interpretation of manufacturer’s Instructions For Use (IFU), ALL SPD staff must be proficient in spoken and written English
4. Manual dexterity with the ability to assemble and disassemble complex instrumentation.

Education & Licensure

EDUCATION / LICENSURE:

1. Education: High School diploma, GED or Higher Education required.
2. CRCST from IAHCSMM or equivalent. Professional SPD relevant (CRCST or CSPDT) certification maintained for a minimum of two years prior to date of hire or promotion. Additional SPD certifications desired. Certification must be maintained as a term of employment.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.