Company: Virginia Eye Surgery Center 
Job Title: Sterile Processing Technician
Department: Operating Room
Reports To: Clinic Manager
Location: Norfolk, VA 

SUMMARY

Assists the Operating Room (OR) staff in the organization and daily function of the operating room in accordance with established Federal, State and accreditation standards and center policies and procedures. Responsible for instrument decontamination, sterile processing, and instrument care and handling and documentation and record keeping related to those activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Organize, disassemble, decontaminate and assemble instruments individually and in sets for Operating Rooms, Lasik, SLT and MD offices.
• Prepare instruments according to manufacturer and facility guidelines, supplies by wrapping in peel pack, or in AMSCO containers and proper storage.   
• Perform duties in an ethical and legal manner within the scope of the job.
• Comply with reporting adverse incidents.
• Learn and maintain knowledge of instrument names and their care and handling procedures.
• Follow standard precaution procedures using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Understand principles of sterilization and the operation of sterilization equipment, tray and load tracking, daily equipment monitoring with Bowie Dick test, chemical indicators, and biologics. 
• Document missing, damaged, newly ordered, borrowed and sent-for-repair instruments. 
• Record temperature and humidity of Operating Rooms, refrigerators and blanket warmer in log book. 
• Document maintenance of equipment.
• Participate in continuing education/in-service training, staff meetings, and the QAPI/Infection Control programs as needed. 
• Orients and mentors new staff members.
• Actively participate in the development of a healthy work environment. 
• Demonstrate a positive, friendly and courteous manner. Maintain a professional attitude.    
• Demonstrate the ability to work well with other employees and the Surgeons. 
• Recognize each department’s significance and works appropriately with other departments. 
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to prioritize tasks and to prepare instruments according to case schedule per individual surgeon and manage time appropriately.  
• Complies with HIPAA regulations
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and handle stress. 
• Average communication skills: oral and written
• Above average organization skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and in a cost effective manner.
• Arrives to work area on time, adheres to work schedule and has minimal absences. 
  
  

EDUCATION / REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required
• One year of central sterile or operating room experience preferred
  
  

 LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS 

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
  
  

SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY  

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus—is required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary. 

If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.

EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.