Saint Luke's Health System·Kansas City, Missouri
The technician is responsible for the decontamination, cleaning, and sterilization of surgical instruments for complex care service lines. They must ensure all equipment is properly packaged and documented according to regulatory and manufacturer guidelines.
The Sterile Processing Technician Complex Care supports the trauma, transplant, neuro surgery and cardiovascular surgery service lines to decontaminate, disinfect, clean, sterilize, and/or appropriately package supplies, instruments, and equipment according to manufacturer's and regulatory guidelines as well as maintains proper documentation of such. Additionally, the Sterile Processing Technician will regularly perform testing in order to ensure proper functionality of equipment utilized in daily processing duties. IAHCSMM certification preferred but not required. The Sterile Processing Technician Complex Care supports the trauma, transplant, neuro surgery and cardiovascular surgery service lines.
PRN - Swing Shift Essential Functions: Pre-cleaning of soiled instruments at the point of care Donning/Doffing of PPE Soaking of instruments in enzymatic detergent Scrubbing of all instrument surfaces Utilizing standard washers and ultrasonic washers according to manufacturer recommendations Completing of final rinse using appropriate solutions Inspecting instruments for proper maintenance Packaging of items for sterilization and autoclaving Ensuring required biological tests are completed and logged with appropriate follow up when failure occurs Testing of autoclave/sterilizer and/or other equipment to ensure proper functionality Operating autoclave/sterilizer equipment per guidelines including removing from service when appropriate Maintaining storage areas for sterilized items while protecting package integrity per regulatory guidelines Transporting of instruments in appropriate manner based on clean/dirty status Other duties as assigned Follows and understands instructions, seeks clarification of duties when needed.
One year of healthcare experience is preferred, and IAHCSMM certification is desired but not required. Candidates with backgrounds as Surgical Technologists or completion of a Surgical Tech program are encouraged to apply.
Market context
In Missouri, support-services roles tied to case management and community outreach often draw steady demand from healthcare and community-based employers, especially when local travel and EMR use are part of the job. These positions are competitive because employers want candidates with a relevant certification, 1-3 years of experience, and comfort working across sites within a 45-mile radius. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification, EMR background, and travel readiness before applying.
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