Sterile Processing Tech

Lovelace Health System·Albuquerque, New Mexico

Full Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 2 days ago

About the role

The technician is responsible for the decontamination, assembly, and sterile processing of all instruments used in the operating room and specialty clinics. They must adhere to strict policies and regulations to ensure patient safety and compliance.

Overview

Join our team as an evening-shift, full-time Sterile Supply Processing, Sterile Processing Technician in Albuquerque, NM.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.

People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.

Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team: Lovelace Medical Center is an acute care hospital with 263 licensed beds, providing comprehensive care, including around-the-clock emergency care, surgical services, non-invasive robotic spine surgery, stroke care, radiology, and oncology services.

Learn About a Day In the Life of a Surgical Tech:

Responsibilities

Responsible for decontamination, correct assembly, and sterile processing of all instruments used in the operating room and ambulatory/specialty clinics. Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.

Qualifications

Job Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent. Advanced knowledge of regulatory standards for universal precautions, sterilization methodologies, and regulatory standards for biological monitoring. National Certification in Sterile Processing or equivalent.
Preferred
Job
Requirements: One (1) year of previous job-related experience in Central Supply and/or Sterile Processing experience in a hospital or clinic setting.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities
Paid time off
Tuition assistance
Comprehensive health benefits
Wellness resources
Financial well-being resources

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Posted: Sep 14, 2026
Closes: Sep 14, 2027
Application: Employer website

Sterile processing demand remains steady in New Mexico

Sterile Processing Tech roles in New Mexico are typically tied to ongoing hospital and surgical center needs, so demand is often steady where procedure volume is consistent. These positions are competitive because employers look for national certification, strong sterilization knowledge, universal precautions, and prior experience; the listed requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, confirm your certification status and highlight any hands-on experience with instrument processing and infection control.

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