Sterile Processing Technician (PT)

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Technician decontaminates, cleans, assembles, packages, sterilizes, stores, and distributes reusable surgical instruments and equipment, ensuring they are ready for surgical procedures. The role reports to the Ambulatory Surgery Center Nurse Manager and works closely with operating room staff, surgical technologists, and other healthcare professionals.

The position involves cleaning and inspecting instruments, assembling and labeling instrument trays and packages, operating sterilization equipment, monitoring and documenting sterilization cycles, and performing biological and chemical testing. The technician also monitors and replenishes supplies, stores sterile items appropriately, follows applicable safety and regulatory standards, participates in quality assurance initiatives, and maintains an organized work environment.

This is a part-time position scheduled for 20 hours per week in Austin, Texas. The role may involve exposure to communicable diseases, bloodborne pathogens, radiation, hazardous medications, and disoriented or combative patients. Standard office equipment and repetitive keyboard use are also noted as working conditions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST).
• At least 1 year of relevant experience in sterile processing.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a sterile processing program.
• Certification as a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT).
• At least 2 years of experience in an ambulatory surgery center or similar healthcare setting.
• Experience with High Level Disinfection (HLD).
• Endoscopic experience.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate surgical instruments and equipment using appropriate cleaning agents and techniques while following infection control protocols.
• Inspect instruments for damage and functionality; assemble trays and packages according to established guidelines, then wrap and label them for sterilization.
• Operate autoclaves, Sterrad® systems, and other sterilization equipment; monitor and document sterilization cycles and perform biological and chemical testing.
• Monitor sterile supply inventory, reorder as needed, store and handle supplies properly, and restock sterile processing areas and operating rooms.
• Adhere to OSHA, AAMI, and other regulatory standards; participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives; and maintain a clean, organized work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED