Sterile Processing Technician Brooks Eye Associates - 3.7 Plano, TX Job Details Full-time 23 hours ago Qualifications High school diploma or GED Decontamination Full Job Description SUMMARY Surgery Center 121 is now hiring a Certified Surgical Technologist. This is an exceptional opportunity for a CST seeking professional growth and personal fulfillment in a team-oriented, fast-paced, friendly work environment. Surgery Center 121 specializes in Ophthalmology; Ophthalmology experience is preferred.

POSITION

Full-Time, Monday - Thursday averaging 30hrs/week which will vary depending on case load. 6am arrival time. No weekends, no holidays, no call!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform thorough cleaning, decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, and sterilization of surgical instruments and equipment. Operate autoclaves and other sterilization equipment according to manufacturer guidelines and established safety procedures. Perform required daily equipment checks and routine biological/bacteriological testing and accurately document results. Immediately report any failed or positive sterilization test results, equipment malfunctions, or other safety concerns to management. Inspect surgical instruments for cleanliness, functionality, damage, or defects and promptly report instruments requiring repair or replacement. Prepare and organize surgical instrument trays and supplies according to scheduled surgical cases and surgeon-specific requirements. Maintain an accurate inventory of instruments, sterile supplies, and other surgical materials to ensure adequate availability for daily cases. Monitor sterile supply expiration dates and ensure proper rotation, labeling, storage, and distribution of supplies. Maintain appropriate separation and traffic control between decontamination/dirty and clean sterile processing areas. Safely handle contaminated instruments, sharps, infectious waste, and other materials in accordance with infection control and safety procedures. Restock instrument sets, supplies, and sterile processing areas to maintain readiness for scheduled procedures. Maintain accurate sterilization, quality control, inventory, and equipment records. Keep sterile processing areas clean, organized, and compliant with established infection prevention and safety standards. Communicate effectively with surgeons, nurses, clinical staff, and leadership regarding instrument availability, case needs, shortages, or equipment concerns. Anticipate upcoming operating room needs and coordinate instrument and supply preparation based on the daily surgical schedule and anticipated case volume. Assist in maintaining and updating surgeon-specific preference lists and instrument requirements. Ensure instruments and supplies are available and properly prepared prior to each surgical procedure. Follow all applicable infection control, OSHA, HIPAA, and facility safety policies and procedures. Participate in maintaining a safe, efficient, and organized surgical environment. Demonstrate strong attention to detail and consistently prioritize patient safety, sterility, and quality assurance. Work collaboratively as part of a fast-paced surgical team while maintaining professionalism and excellent communication. Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent required. Completion of an accredited Sterile Processing Technician/Surgical Processing program preferred. Prior experience in sterile processing, operating room support, or surgical services preferred. Experience with surgical instrumentation, autoclaves, decontamination, sterilization, and instrument reprocessing required. Ophthalmology or ambulatory surgery center experience preferred. Experience with inventory management, instrument tracking, supply rotation, and maintaining sterile processing documentation preferred. Previous experience working in a fast-paced surgical environment with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet daily case schedules preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position has no direct reports or supervisory responsibilities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Medium physical effort; lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs. occasionally and/or 20 lbs. frequently Frequent standing, walking, and sitting Frequent use of hands for handling, inspecting, assembling, and processing instruments Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling Requires close and distance vision, color vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus Must be able to hear equipment alarms, coworkers, and management instructions