What We Offer Join the NEW Buckwalter ASC team as a Sterile Processing Technician! The Buckwalter ASC is a new facility that will focus on Spine and Orthopedic surgery and will have 4 ORs. Start Dates: March - the facility will open mid-April Location: 75 Baylor Drive, Bluffton, SC 29910 Status: PRN Schedule: 2 shifts/week. Shifts are available Monday-Friday. The Buckwalter ASC will be closed on weekends, major holidays, and does not require on call shifts. What You'll Do Duties: + Decontamination: Thoroughly clean, disinfect, and decontaminate surgical instruments and medical equipment according to manufacturer instructions and infection control standards. + Assembly & Packaging: Inspect instruments for cleanliness and functionality before meticulously assembling, wrapping, and labeling trays for sterilization. + Sterilization: Operate and monitor various sterilization systems (e.g., steam, ETO, hydrogen peroxide) while ensuring all biological and chemical indicators meet safety requirements. + Quality Assurance: Maintain precise documentation of sterilization cycles and equipment maintenance to ensure full regulatory compliance and patient safety. What We're Looking For + Education: High School Diploma or GED, required. + Experience: One year of experience in a hospital Sterile Reprocessing Department, preferred. + Licensure/Certification: Sterile Reprocessing Tech certification, required. CBSPD, CRCST or CSPDT, required. + Additional Skills (required): Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing. Demonstrates knowledge of instrumentation and sterile/aseptic technique. Ability to read and comprehend written instructions to assemble instrument sets and trays. Ability to learn and understand medical terminology. Maintains Sterile Processing Technician certification. Why Choose Novant Health? A Place Where You Belong We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every team member feels respected and empowered. Our culture is built on collaboration, empathy, and a shared mission. We celebrate our differences and believe that diverse perspectives are essential to providing the best care. Join us and become part of a team that feels like family. Invest in Your Future: Career Growth Your journey with Novant Health is just the beginning. We're dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential through: + Professional Development: Opportunities for continuing education, certifications, and specialized training. + Internal Advancement: A strong focus on promoting from within, with clear pathways for career progression. + Mentorship Programs: Connect with experienced leaders who can guide and support your professional journey. Come discover a career that offers more than a job. Find your purpose at Novant Health and help us deliver remarkable healthcare to our communities. Job Opening ID 135833