Sterile Processing Department Tech | Casual; PRN
Listed on 2026-10-12
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Healthcare
Infection Control, Clinical Specialists & Support, Hospital Operations & Support
Job Category
:
Operations
Requisition Number
: STERI
006386
- Part-Time
- On-site
Showing 1 location
Minnesota Valley Surgery Center
Burnsville, MN 55337, USA
Minnesota Valley Surgery Center (MVSC) is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented PRN Sterile Processing Technician to support our surgical team on an as-needed basis. This surgery center's volume is in orthopedics and spine. MVSC is an outpatient facility, meaning shifts are Mon-Fri with no nights, weekends, call, or holidays.
The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of surgical instruments and equipment in accordance with established policies, manufacturer instructions for use (IFUs), and applicable infection prevention standards.
Responsibilities include:
Perform cleaning and decontamination of surgical instruments and reusable medical devices.
Inspect instruments for cleanliness, functionality, and damage before assembly.
Assemble, package, and sterilize instrument sets according to established protocols.
Operate and monitor sterilization equipment and maintain accurate sterilization records.
Maintain proper instrument storage, organization, and tracking.
Follow infection prevention practices, personal protective equipment requirements, and applicable regulatory standards.
Collaborate with clinical staff to ensure instruments and equipment are available for scheduled procedures.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe sterile processing environment.
Assist with inventory management and promptly report damaged, missing, or malfunctioning instruments.
Qualifications:
Previous sterile processing experience preferred.
Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) preferred.
Knowledge of sterilization processes, infection prevention, and instrument handling.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work independently.
Ability to work a flexible, as-needed schedule based on departmental needs.
This PRN position is ideal for a skilled sterile processing professional seeking flexible scheduling while contributing to high-quality surgical care at MVSC.
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