Job Details

Job Description:

Pride Health is hiring for a Certified Sterile Processing Technician to support our client's Ambulatory Surgery Center based in Houston, TX 77025. This is a 13 weeks contract opportunity and an excellent way to join a highly regarded healthcare organization that values safety, compliance, and surgical excellence.

Specific Duties:

• Decontaminates, inspects, assembles, packages, and sterilizes surgical instruments and equipment according to manufacturer's instructions for use (IFU), AAMI ST79, and AORN guidelines.
• Operates and maintains sterilization equipment including autoclaves, washer decontaminators, ultrasonic cleaners, and Steris units.
• Performs quality control checks on instruments and equipment to ensure proper function and cleanliness.
• Maintains accurate records of sterilization cycles and equipment maintenance in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Properly utilizes PPE when handling contaminated equipment and follows all infection control protocols.
• Collaborates with Materials Management and Operating Room staff to manage instrument repairs and replacements.
• Assists with inventory management, supply stocking, and proper waste disposal.
• Functions effectively as part of the surgical support team and responds quickly in emergency situations.
• Ensures exam rooms and instrument workspaces are kept clean, organized, and fully stocked.
• Maintains confidentiality and complies with all HIPAA and patient privacy policies.
• Provides assistance in training/orienting new staff members.

Must Have Qualifications/Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduate of an accredited Central Sterile Processing Tech program
• Certified Sterile Processing Technician (CBSPD or CRCST)
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
• Minimum 2 years of experience in sterile processing within a hospital or Ambulatory Surgery Center
• Strong knowledge of AAMI and AORN guidelines
• Understanding of aseptic techniques and sterilization practices

What Skills/Attributes Are Nice to Have, and Will Set a Candidate Apart?

• Previous experience as a Surgical Technologist
• Familiarity with electronic instrument tracking systems (e.g., Censis, SPM)
• Proven leadership or experience as a preceptor/trainer
• Strong collaboration with nursing and surgical teams
• Attention to detail and ability to problem-solve sterilization/equipment issues
• Advanced knowledge of infection control and regulatory documentation
• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) – a plus

Additional Details:

• Location: Houston, TX 77025
• Schedule: Monday–Friday; start times vary based on department needs
• Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Pay Range: $21/hr - $23.40/hr
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks

*Offered pay rate will be based on education, experience, and healthcare credentials.

Pride Global offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Interested? Apply now!