Sterile Processing Technician- Tucson Ambulatory Surgery Center-PRN

Job description

Why Join Us?
• Be Valued for What You Bring to the Team – Competitive pay that rewards your hard work
• Invest in Your Future – 401(k) with company match
• Your Wins Deserve Recognition – Employee rewards and recognition programs
• A Team You'll Love Working With – A collaborative, purpose-driven culture making a difference every day

Great people. Great benefits. Meaningful work. Join us and make an impact.
Tucson Ambulatory Surgery Center Address:
2121 N.Craycroft Rd Building #8 | Tucson, AZ | 85712
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday| 6:00AM-5:00PM
8/10/12 Hour Shifts Available
No Nights,Weekends or On-Call Hours**
Job Summary
The Sterile Processing Technician I ensures the availability of clean, sterilized, and properly functioning surgical instruments and equipment for operating rooms and procedural areas. This role is responsible for picking surgical instruments and supplies to support surgical volume in compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and infection control standards. The Sterile Processing Technician I supports patient safety by maintaining a sterile environment and adhering to established protocols.
Essential Functions
• Selects and supplies surgical instruments and equipment according to established protocols.
• Stocks and assembles case carts, ensuring proper inventory and availability of instruments and supplies for procedures.
• Organizes and stores sterilized instruments and supplies on appropriately labeled shelves to ensure easy accessibility.
• Monitors and restocks supply shelves and carts daily, ensuring adequate inventory for hospital needs.
• Adheres to infection control policies and procedures, including the use of standard precautions, to prevent hospital-acquired infections.
• Obtains, returns, and dispenses supplies and equipment within requested time frames, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
• Conducts inventory checks and replenishes expired or used items on emergency and supply carts.
• Communicates with nursing units to track and locate missing equipment and documents loss of supplies or equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications
• 0-2 years of experience in sterile processing, instrument reprocessing, or an operating room required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Understanding of surgical instrumentation and sterilization processes.
• Ability to follow strict protocols and maintain attention to detail.
• Knowledge of infection control policies and standard precautions.
• Strong organizational skills to manage inventory.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with healthcare personnel.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for an employer.