Sterile Processing Technician

Tekgo
  • North Charleston, SC
  • Instant Apply
5 days ago

Job Description

START DATE 10/12/2026

3p-11:30p M-F

11p-7:30a M-F

 

*CALLING ALL LOCAL & TRAVEL STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIANS!!!!

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Sterile Processing Tech to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for cleaning, decontaminating, sterilizing, and storing medical instruments and equipment used in patient care. They will ensure that all equipment is maintained and ready for use by healthcare professionals in delivering quality healthcare services. The ideal candidate must possess excellent organizational and communication skills to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment. 

 

Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain sterilization equipment according to manufacturer guidelines and facility policies.

• Clean, decontaminate, and sterilize medical instruments and equipment using appropriate cleaning agents and techniques.

• Inspect equipment for damage or wear and report any defects to the supervisor.

• Sort and wrap supplies according to protocols for sterilization using proper technique and materials.

• Ensure all sterile supplies are labeled and dated for use, and verify that all sterilization parameters have been met.

• Participate in infection control programs by ensuring proper handling and storage of sterile medical supplies.

• Maintain accurate records of sterilization loads and quality control testing results.

• Follow all safety procedures to prevent exposure to potentially infectious materials.

• Uphold departmental standards and comply with all state and federal regulations.

 

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Possess certification(s) from a nationally recognized credentialing agency for Central Service or Sterile Processing.

• Minimum of 2 years of related work experience.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

• Must have strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.

 

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

• Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, and twist frequently.

 

Working Conditions:

• Work may take place in a healthcare facility with exposure to infectious agents.

• May require working early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

• May require overtime and on-call work.

Numbers & Facts

LocationNorth Charleston, SC

Skills

  • Accreditation Standardsunmatched
  • Bug Tracking/Defect Managementunmatched
  • Cleaning Equipmentunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • Healthcare Qualityunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Infection Controlunmatched
  • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
  • Medical Equipmentunmatched
  • Medical Productsunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Pathogensunmatched
  • Patient Careunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Quality Controlunmatched
  • Record Keepingunmatched
  • Service Deliveryunmatched
  • Sterilizationunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Testingunmatched

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