Job description
At Ortho. Virginia, you’re part of a team dedicated to delivering expert orthopedic and therapy care across the state. As Virginia’s largest provider of musculoskeletal care, we offer full-time and part-time opportunities in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. With more than 159 physicians in over 35 locations—including Lynchburg, Northern Virginia, Richmond, Southwest Virginia, and Hampton Roads—Ortho.
Virginia is a leader in orthopedic surgery, non-surgical care, and physical, hand, and occupational therapy. Our nationally recognized specialists treat a full range of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions, helping patients of all ages move, heal, and thrive. Join us and become part of a trusted network committed to excellence in orthopedic care.
Flexible Part-Time Opportunity | Approximately 1–2 Days Per Week Looking for a flexible way to keep your sterile processing skills sharp? Join Ortho. Virginia as a PRN Sterile Processing Technician , where you'll play a vital role in supporting our orthopedic surgical team. This is an ideal opportunity for someone seeking part-time hours (typically 1–2 days per week) while making a meaningful impact on patient care in a fast-paced ambulatory surgery environment.
In this role, you'll ensure surgical instruments and equipment are properly cleaned, sterilized, assembled, and available for procedures. Your attention to detail and commitment to quality will help our surgeons and clinical teams deliver exceptional care every day.
What You'll Do
Perform decontamination, cleaning, inspection, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instruments and equipment using industry best practices and manufacturer guidelines. Prepare, organize, and stage surgical instrument trays and case carts for scheduled procedures. Operate sterilizers, ultrasonic washers, and other sterile processing equipment while monitoring quality indicators and biological testing.
Inspect instruments for cleanliness, functionality, damage, and proper assembly before sterilization. Maintain accurate sterilization records and documentation. Monitor inventory levels of surgical instruments and sterile supplies to ensure readiness for patient care. Perform routine inspections of sterile inventory, ensuring package integrity and compliance with expiration requirements.
Maintain preference cards and instrument inventory to support efficient surgical workflows. Transport sterile instruments and supplies to operating and procedure rooms. Follow all infection prevention, safety, and regulatory standards while maintaining a clean, organized sterile processing department. Perform other duties as assigned.
What You'll Bring
Knowledge of sterile processing principles, infection prevention practices, and instrument sterilization standards. Ability to operate sterilization equipment and follow established policies and manufacturer instructions. Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety. Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Ability to respond effectively in a fast-paced surgical environment. Professional communication and customer service skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality and work collaboratively with physicians and clinical staff. Why You'll Love This Opportunity PRN schedule with approximately 1–2 days per week Great opportunity to supplement your current position or maintain your sterile processing experience.
Work alongside a highly skilled orthopedic surgical team. State-of-the-art ambulatory surgery environment focused on quality patient care.
Compensation
$20.29 - $30.43 Compensation for this role will be based on several factors, including the candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, education, skills, certifications, geography/market, and internal equity considerations. This organization participates in e-Verify. Esta organización participa en e-Verify.