What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterilization Technician position at Elios Talent?
Sterile Processing Technician
Outpatient Surgery Center
Join a fast paced outpatient surgery team that prides itself on safety, efficiency, and patient centered care. We are looking for a Sterile Processing Technician who brings strong attention to detail, consistency, and a commitment to supporting high quality surgical services.
Schedule:
- Monday through Friday
- No call
- No weekends
- No holidays
About the Role:
The Sterile Processing Technician will be responsible for cleaning, decontaminating, assembling, packaging, sterilizing, and storing surgical instruments and equipment to ensure all items are safe and ready for use in a busy outpatient surgical environment.
This position works closely with the Operating Room staff to maintain proper inventory, support smooth case flow, and ensure compliance with all safety and environmental standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Clean, disinfect, and sterilize surgical instruments and trays
- Inspect instruments for proper function and quality
- Assemble instrument sets according to procedure requirements
- Operate and maintain sterilization equipment
- Track and manage inventory of instruments and supplies
- Work closely with the OR team to support case readiness
- Maintain compliance with infection control and regulatory standards
- Document all sterilization cycles and processes accurately
Qualifications:
- Experience in a sterile processing or central processing setting preferred
- Certification as a Sterile Processing Tech preferred but not required depending on experience
- Strong understanding of infection control and sterilization standards
- Ability to work in a fast paced clinical environment
- Detail oriented with strong communication and teamwork skills
Why Candidates Love This Role:
- Consistent Monday through Friday schedule
- No nights, no call, no weekends, and no holidays
- Supportive team environment in a growing outpatient surgery center
- Great work life balance while still being part of a high quality surgical team