Sterile Process Technician - Evening

Memorial Hermann Health System•The Woodlands, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position prepares and packages surgical instruments and equipment for sterilization, using Standard Precautions and principles of Event Related Sterility. The role accurately cleans, inspects, assembles, wraps, and sterilizes instruments and supplies while following hospital standards and infection-control and quality-control requirements. It also supports equipment maintenance, supply and equipment records, and safe, efficient service to patients, staff, and visitors. The position is full-time on the evening shift, from 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm, at The Woodlands. The role promotes professional development and supports department and organizational goals while providing compassionate, personalized experiences to patients and colleagues.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of experience in a sterile processing department, or completion of a sterile processing course, or one year of related surgical services experience.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions in English.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Ability to lift and/or maneuver supplies and equipment with others to perform job functions.
Basic computer skills.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Certification in Sterile Processing is preferred.

Responsibilities

Handle and care for instruments and equipment, including selecting appropriate cleaning agents and lubricants, checking function, identifying and assembling items according to count sheets, and preparing them for sterilization.
Identify, document, and report equipment and tools requiring repair, and ensure maintenance is completed.
Organize, prepare, assemble, and sterilize instruments, equipment, and supplies according to facility standards.
Peel-pack supplies and instruments, wrap instruments for sterilization, and inspect instruments for usability, function, completeness, and cleanliness.
Load, monitor, operate, and maintain cleaning and sterilization equipment safely and accurately.
Assist with records for equipment and supplies, order supplies as needed, and monitor quality-control and infection-control standards.
Provide safe care to patients, staff, and visitors and follow organizational policies, procedures, and standards for time management, supply management, productivity, and service quality.
Meet mandatory and continuing education and skills-competency requirements; support department goals and serve as a preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
Model service standards by creating safe, caring, personalized, and efficient experiences for patients and colleagues.
Perform other duties as assigned.