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PRIDEHEALTH
Sterile Processing Technician
Job Description
Pride Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech to join a team in Richmond, VA.
Duties:
Job Summary:
The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and maintenance of surgical instruments and equipment, ensuring every item meets the highest standards of safety, quality, and infection control.Job Responsibilities:
- Follow all
ANSI/AAMI
standards, manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFUs), SOPs, and company Work Instructions.- Decontaminate used surgical instruments and equipment using proper PPE and protocols.
- Disassemble, clean, and reassemble complex surgical instruments as required.
- Accurately assemble and package instrument trays and sets per guidelines.
- Operate washers, sterilizers, and other processing equipment safely and effectively.
- Inspect instruments for cleanliness, functionality, and damage prior to packaging.
- Document missing or damaged instruments per SOPs.
Skills:
Required Skills & Experience:
- Hands-on experience in sterile processing, demonstrating proficiency in decontamination, assembly, and sterilization procedures.
- General knowledge of surgical instruments and processing protocols.
- Knowledge of sterilization techniques, including steam sterilization and infection control practices.
- Familiarity with
ANSI/AAMI
standards and manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFUs).- Skill in operating washer disinfectors, autoclaves, and other related equipment.
- Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
Additional Information:
Location:
Richmond, VA Schedule:
2nd Shift (B): 2:00 PM-10:30 PM or 3rd Shift (A): 11:00 PM-7:30AM Contract Length:
13-week contract-to-permanent positionPay Rate:
$26/hour- $30/hour
- Offered pay rate will be based on education, experience, and healthcare credentials. Interested? ! Pride-Health offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k
- retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
San Francisco Candidates:
Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation. #INDPHCAlliedSpecialty Pay:
$26.00- $30.
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insuranceEducation:
High school or equivalent (Required)License/Certification:
CRCST (Required) BLS Certification (Required)Work Location:
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What they do
A Sterile Processing Technician sterilizes, cleans, and prepares medical equipment for use. May also help install and repair large equipment. Works in a hospital or other healthcare facility.
$42,852 / year median in Virginia
+14% projected growth