Technician I

Facility:

CoxHealth South:

3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807

Department:

1064

Sterile Processing South Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Hours:

6:00 AM - 2:30

PM Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America) CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence: Named one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to work five times. Named one of America's Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek . Recognized as a Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024. Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024. Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads. Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri. Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare in 2025. Benefits Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Plan with employer match, and many more! For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits |

CoxHealth Job Description:

Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates $1.00 Certification pay Clinical Ladder up to $1.00 per hour Job Summary A Technician I is responsible for cleaning, assembling, and sterilizing surgical instruments under supervision while following department policies and safety standards. This role includes decontamination, instrument preparation, and sterile storage, with a focus on accuracy, teamwork, and patient safety. No prior experience is required—successful candidates bring reliability, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Education:

Required:

Graduate from School of Surgical Technology OR High School diploma or equivalent AND Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)

Experience:

No prior experience required

Skills:

Excellent Communication Skills Working knowledge of computers Ability to organize instrument sets Able to pass a written proficiency review. Organized and self-motivated with an attention to detail.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

Preferred:

CRCST or CBSPD (Required if no Surgical Technology Degree)