Sterile Processing Technician

Job Description Summary The Sterile Processing Technician reports to the Manager, Sterile Processing. Under general supervision of the department manager, shift supervisor or designee, the Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for decontamination, cleaning, processing, and sterilization of instruments in compliance with medical center policies and procedures, state, local and federal requirements. Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type​ Regular Cost Center

CC001549 LAN

- Sterile Supply (LMC) Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-23 Scheduled Weekly Hours 36 Work Shift Job Description The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the cleaning, decontamination, sterilization, assembly, and distribution of surgical instruments and medical equipment used in the Operating Room (OR), Endoscopy, and other procedural areas. This role is critical in ensuring patient safety by maintaining strict infection control standards and providing the surgical team with properly sterilized instruments and supplies. Additional Job Description High School Diploma or GED, and certification through

CRCST - HSPA

(Healthcare Sterile Processing Association) or CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution). Minimum of one (1) year of sterile processing experience, preferably in a hospital or surgical setting. Successful completion of the department's internal written and practical exam, as well as meeting required performance and productivity standards, is required to attain and maintain Sterile Processing II status. If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees