Certified Sterile Processing Technician

Location: Nashville, TN

Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown

Department: Sterile Processing

Schedule: Full‑time, Days

Life at Ascension

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military‑Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer‑matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro‑rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension‑paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well‑being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Responsibilities

• Master the full sterilization cycle by decontaminating, inspecting, and assembling complex instrument sets according to IFUs and strict QA standards.
• Own the inventory process by using tracking systems and count sheets to ensure every tray is 100% complete, functional, and ready for the case cart.

Minimum Requirements

• Licensure / Certification / Registration (one or more):
  • Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (obtained prior to hire or job transfer).
  • Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) (obtained prior to hire or job transfer).
• Education: High School diploma or equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job‑specific experience. Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.