Sterile Supply Tech; PRN

Help protect patients and support safe surgical care as a Sterile Processing Technician at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center. In this essential behind-the-scenes role, you will help ensure surgical instruments and equipment are properly cleaned, assembled, sterilized, and ready for use. If you are detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and take pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and quality, we invite you to explore this opportunity with our team.

About UsNorth Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC) is a nonprofit healthcare system serving Harrison and the surrounding North Arkansas communities. Our mission is to provide comprehensive healthcare across North Arkansas, guided by our commitment to safety, quality, integrity, and community. At NARMC, our team members play an important role in supporting excellent patient care, whether they work directly with patients or behind the scenes to keep our healthcare services running safely and efficiently.

Job Summary The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for cleaning, decontaminating, assembling, packaging, sterilizing, storing, and distributing surgical instruments and equipment. This position helps maintain infection prevention standards, ensures supplies are organized and within expiration dates, and supports surgical services by preparing the instruments and materials needed for procedures. Accuracy, attention to detail, and adherence to established infection control and sterilization procedures are essential, as properly processed instruments contribute directly to patient safety.

Key Responsibilities Clean and decontaminate surgical instruments and reusable medical equipment according to established procedures.

Assemble instrument trays, surgical packs, and specialty trays using standardized processes.

Package, wrap, sterilize, and properly store instruments and equipment.

Maintain clean and organized work surfaces, including monthly cleaning of autoclave walls and doors.

Follow infection prevention and control procedures when handling contaminated instruments, materials, and equipment.

Inspect Central Supply inventory for expiration dates and address outdated supplies according to established procedures.

Maintain organized linen supplies, inspect linens for holes or damage, and coordinate repairs as needed.

Label and restock racks containing surgical packs.

Transport sterilized instruments to the Surgery Department as needed.

Monitor Central Supply traffic and help maintain an organized, controlled work environment.

Assist with equipment tracking duties as needed.

Maintain awareness of supply costs, proper material handling, and workplace safety.

Recognize the importance of accuracy and understand the potential patient safety consequences of errors.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

Required Qualifications Education High  school diploma or equivalent.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Ability to follow established procedures and maintain attention to detail.

Commitment to safe handling practices, infection prevention, and accurate instrument processing.

Experience Previous sterile processing experience is not specified as a requirement. Knowledge of surgical instruments, instrument packs, and sterilization procedures may be acquired on the job.

Preferred Qualifications Nursing background.

Familiarity with surgical instruments, medical equipment, and sterile processing procedures.

Experience in a healthcare, surgical services, central supply, or infection prevention environment.

Why Join UsAt NARMC, every role contributes to the health and well-being of our community. As a Sterile Processing Technician, your attention to detail and commitment to…