Detail Oriented, Documentation, Endoscopy, Healthcare, Hospital, Infection Control, Patient Care, Quality Metrics, Regulations, Safety/Work Safety, Sterilization, Team Player
Job Title: Sterile Processing Technician
Location: Chesterfield, MO
Schedule: Second Shift, Monday-Friday, 3:00 PM-11:30 PM
Weekend Requirement: Likely one weekend per month
Pay Range: $19-$23/hour
Shift Differential: Additional $2.25/hour for second shift
Job Overview
We are seeking experienced Sterile Processing Technicians to support a busy healthcare SPD department in Chesterfield, MO. This role is responsible for cleaning, decontaminating, assembling, sterilizing, and distributing surgical instruments and equipment to support safe and efficient patient care.
This is a great opportunity for candidates with SPD experience who are looking for a stable second-shift schedule and the opportunity to grow within the sterile processing field.
Key Responsibilities
- Clean, decontaminate, inspect, assemble, and sterilize surgical instruments and trays
- Prepare case carts and instrument sets according to department needs
- Operate sterilization equipment and follow proper infection control procedures
- Maintain accurate documentation related to sterilization and instrument processing
- Ensure instruments and equipment are processed according to hospital and regulatory standards
- Support operating room and clinical teams by ensuring instruments are available and ready for use
- Follow department policies, safety guidelines, and quality standards
- Assist with endoscopy reprocessing when needed, if experienced
Requirements
- Previous Sterile Processing Department experience required
- Ability to work second shift, Monday-Friday, 3:00 PM-11:30 PM
- Ability to work approximately one weekend per month
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow strict processes
- Reliable, team-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment
Preferred Qualifications
- CRCST certification preferred, but not required
- Endoscopy reprocessing experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of surgical instruments and sterile processing workflows
Additional Information
Candidates who are not currently CRCST certified may receive support in obtaining certification.