About this role
Mercy Ships is an international charity that brings hope and healing to the world’s forgotten poor through state-of-the-art hospital ships. Since 1978, our volunteer crew—made up of medical professionals and skilled workers from over 60 nations—has delivered free surgeries and medical care to over 2.8 million people in Sub-Saharan Africa, transforming lives one patient and one port at a time. Join our global team of over 3,000 volunteers and help us change lives daily.
About this role
The Operating Room Sterile Processing Technician upholds the highest standard of centralizing department practice, following international guidelines as you decontaminate, wash and sterilize surgical instruments and medical equipment.
What you will contribute
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Inspection of all instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage
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Assemble and wrap trays, supplies and single-pack instruments for sterilization
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Sterilize single-pack instruments and surgical trays
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Operate autoclaves safely and correctly
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Maintain a clean working environment
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Clear documentation and communication skills
For This Role, You Will Need
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Current, active Central Sterilizer Technician License (or international equivalent) in home country
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Minimum two years of experience within a central sterilizing department, either hospital-based or in a day surgical center
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Previous experience with sterile instruments and equipment; knowledge of universal precautions required
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Written and verbal fluency in English
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Flexibility and sensitivity to language and cultural diversity
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Operating Room Scrub Technicians and Operating Room Nurses are eligible to work in the sterilizing department if a minimum of two years’ experience is met
The experience of a lifetime is calling.
More than 1,200 volunteers from over 60 nations serve with Mercy Ships each year.
At Mercy Ships, we are proud to be recognized around the world for the life-changing surgeries and training we deliver. We could not achieve this without our dedicated community of talented volunteers.
Imagine finishing your shift and stepping onto deck as the sun sets—knowing that today you’ve helped transform the lives of those who need it most. Apply now to start a journey that will reshape the lives of those you serve — and your own.