Sterile Processing Technician Certified
Kernersville, NC, 27284, USA
- Healthcare
- sterile processing technician
- surgical instrument sterilization
- medical equipment cleaning
A Certified Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the decontamination, inspection, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instruments and medical equipment to ensure patient safety and infection prevention. This role requires certification, knowledge of sterile techniques, and the ability to follow detailed instructions for instrument preparation. Experience in a hospital sterile reprocessing department and competency testing are preferred for success in this role.
- Job Title: Certified Sterile Processing Technician
- Schedule : 11am- 7:30pm, PRN, Mid Shift
- Department : Sterile Processing
- Location : Kernersville Medical Center - Kernersville, NC
- Education: High School Diploma or GED, required.
- Experience: One year of experience in a hospital Sterile Reprocessing Department, preferred.
- Licensure/Certification: Sterile Reprocessing Tech certification, required. CBSPD, CRCST or CSPDT, required.
- Additional Skills (required): Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing. Demonstrates knowledge of instrumentation and sterile/aseptic technique. Ability to read and comprehend written instructions to assemble instrument sets and trays. Ability to learn and understand medical terminology. Maintains Sterile Processing Technician certification.
The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the decontamination, inspection, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instruments and medical equipment. Working behind the scenes, this role ensures all tools are properly cleaned, sterilized, and ready for safe patient use-playing a critical part in infection prevention and surgical team support.




