Sterile Processing Technician Job at Tekgo, Knoxville, TN

Y3Q4cWRJQW5adzFvbkJCRGl4VklrUVhBQ0E9PQ==
  • Tekgo
  • Knoxville, TN

Job Description

start date 8/11/25

shifts:

2:30pm-12:30am Mon-Thurs

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Sterile Processing Tech to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for cleaning, decontaminating, sterilizing, and storing medical instruments and equipment used in patient care. They will ensure that all equipment is maintained and ready for use by healthcare professionals in delivering quality healthcare services. The ideal candidate must possess excellent organizational and communication skills to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment. This role requires 100% TRAVEL.

 

Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain sterilization equipment according to manufacturer guidelines and facility policies.

• Clean, decontaminate, and sterilize medical instruments and equipment using appropriate cleaning agents and techniques.

• Inspect equipment for damage or wear and report any defects to the supervisor.

• Sort and wrap supplies according to protocols for sterilization using proper technique and materials.

• Ensure all sterile supplies are labeled and dated for use, and verify that all sterilization parameters have been met.

• Participate in infection control programs by ensuring proper handling and storage of sterile medical supplies.

• Maintain accurate records of sterilization loads and quality control testing results.

• Follow all safety procedures to prevent exposure to potentially infectious materials.

• Uphold departmental standards and comply with all state and federal regulations.

 

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Possess certification(s) from a nationally recognized credentialing agency for Central Service or Sterile Processing.

• Minimum of one year of related work experience.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

• Must have strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.

 

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

• Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, and twist frequently.

 

Working Conditions:

• Work may take place in a healthcare facility with exposure to infectious agents.

• May require working early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

• May require overtime and on-call work.

Job Tags

Work experience placement, Shift work, Weekend work, Afternoon shift, Early shift,

Similar Jobs

Newport Associates

(Work From Home) Online Booking Consultant Job at Newport Associates

 ...Location: Work from Home Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time Are you ready to learn new skills, work from home, and turn your passion for travel into a meaningful career? Were looking for motivated, detail-oriented individuals to join our team. No prior... 

Boston Legacy FC

Creative Project Manager Job at Boston Legacy FC

 ...take up more space. Were looking for a project coordinator with a creative mindset and...  ...creative, content, and social projects Help manage creative outputtracking deliverables,...  ...Serve as a go-to contact for designers, freelancers, content partners, and internal... 

DataAnnotation

Tutor Job at DataAnnotation

 ...team to help train AI chatbots while gaining the flexibility of remote work and choosing your own schedule. We are looking for a Tutor to join our team and teach AI chatbots. You will have conversations with chatbots in order to measure their progress, as well as write... 

HNTB

Traffic Operations Engineer Job at HNTB

 ...specifications. Responsible for development of discipline specific engineering project elements/deliverables such as reports, designs, and...  ...Manual. Reviews/analyzes signal timing, and phasing plans, traffic management plans. Provides quality control of traffic... 

Rick Ball Ford

Car Detailer Job at Rick Ball Ford

Job Posting: Car DetailerWe are seeking a Car Detailer to join our growing team! The right candidate will have previous experience in vehicle detailing and a strong attention to detail. The day-to-day duties of this role include cleaning, polishing, and detailing the...