Sterile Processing

Willis Knighton Health • Shreveport, LA

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About The Position

The Sterile Processing Technician is part of the Surgical Services team and supports the safety and success of surgical procedures by maintaining high standards for instrument decontamination, preparation, and sterilization. The role is suited to a dependable, detail-oriented person who is organized, motivated, works well with a team, and can adapt to a fast-paced healthcare setting.

The technician processes and manages surgical instruments and supplies, supports patient care needs in collaboration with Surgical Services staff, and helps maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment. The role also includes quality assurance, accurate recordkeeping, and participation in departmental quality improvement and ongoing education.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited program in sterile processing or surgical technology.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to professionalism, patient safety, and continuous learning.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to calls within 30 minutes.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, weekends, holidays, and additional hours as needed.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous Sterile Processing, Operating Room, or related healthcare experience.
• Sterile Processing certification, or willingness to obtain certification.
• Knowledge of sterilization, decontamination, and aseptic techniques.

Responsibilities

• Clean, decontaminate, inspect, assemble, and sterilize surgical instruments and medical equipment.
• Prepare instrument trays and procedure sets according to established standards.
• Operate and monitor sterilization and decontamination equipment.
• Perform daily equipment maintenance and quality assurance checks.
• Maintain accurate records related to sterilization processes and equipment testing.
• Ensure adequate inventory of sterile supplies and instrument sets.
• Follow infection prevention, aseptic technique, and safety standards.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.
• Collaborate with Surgical Services staff to support patient care needs.
• Participate in departmental quality improvement initiatives and ongoing education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED