Technician Certified Sterile Processing

Ascension; Cedar Park (TX); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 66.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health coverage

403(b) retirement

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Family benefits

Descripción de la vacante

Ascension's Cedar Park Medical Center in Cedar Park, TX is seeking a dedicated Sterile Processing Technician to operate sterilization equipment and ensure instrument readiness for operating room teams.

This full-time day shift role emphasizes attention to detail, proper decontamination, and accurate instrument tracking, with opportunities for ongoing professional development and access to Ascension's benefits package.

Formación

• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.
• Required credential(s) CBSPD or HSPA obtained before hire or transfer date.
• 2+ years experience in sterile processing is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Operates sterilization equipment and inspects instruments for cleanliness and function.
• Performs decontamination of soiled instruments and supplies per IFUs and protocols.
• Corrects instrument sets using current standards and tracking systems.
• Maintains inventory levels to support case carts.
• Conducts regular quality assurance program audits.

Conocimientos

Sterile processing

Decontamination

Inventory management

Instrument tracking

Quality audits

Educación

CBSPD Sterile Processing credential

Healthcare Sterile Processing Association credential

Descripción del empleo

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Cedar Park, TX
• Facility: Cedar Park Medical Center
• Specialty: Sterile Processing
• Schedule: Day | Full Time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Operates sterilization equipment and inspects instruments, equipment, and containers to ensure cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Performs decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers and equipment according to instructions for use (IFUs) and established protocols.
• Corrects instrument sets according to current standards, established count sheets and/or instrument tracking systems.
• Maintains proper levels of inventory to ensure availability for case carts.
• Performs regular quality assurance program audits of peers.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s): One or more of the following: Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Additional Preferences:

• 2+ years experience in sterile processing
• Monday-Friday 10am-6:00pm, plus call requirements

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.