Sterilization Tech: Elevate Patient Safety

Franklin Primary Health Center; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin Primary Health Center is seeking a detail-oriented Sterilization Technician to support clinical operations by ensuring proper cleaning, decontamination, sterilization, storage, and distribution of medical instruments.

This role plays a vital role in patient safety and regulatory compliance while supporting infection prevention efforts throughout the organization. A high school diploma is required; CPR is needed, and CRCST/CBSPD or CDA/RDA credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Previous sterile processing or healthcare sterilization experience preferred.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and sterile processing principles.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Clean, inspect, assemble, package, sterilize, and distribute instruments.
• Follow infection prevention, OSHA, CDC, and Joint Commission standards.
• Monitor biological indicators and sterilization processes for QA.
• Maintain sterilization records and documentation.
• Perform routine sterilizer testing, maintenance, and quality control procedures.
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness, functionality, and repair needs.
• Utilize PPE during decontamination and sterilization activities.
• Conduct routine spot checks and assist with infection prevention initiatives.
• Provide sterilization training to staff as assigned.
• Assist with transportation and handling of contaminated and sterile instruments.
• Maintain inventory of sterile supplies and equipment.
• Perform Dental Assisting duties when assigned by supervisor or Dental Director.
• Participate in sterilization, infection prevention, and departmental meetings.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Infection prevention

Sterile processing

Quality assurance

Documentation

PPE usage

Communication

Problem-solving

MS Office

Education

High school diploma

CPR certification

CRCST or CBSPD certification preferred

CDA or RDA certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Franklin Primary Health Center is seeking a detail-oriented Sterilization Technician to support clinical operations by ensuring proper cleaning, decontamination, sterilization, storage, and distribution of medical instruments.

This role plays a vital role in patient safety and regulatory compliance while supporting infection prevention efforts throughout the organization. A high school diploma is required; CPR is needed, and CRCST/CBSPD or CDA/RDA credentials are preferred.