Sterile Supply Technician - SSTECH 25-34407

NavitsPartners • Syracuse, NY

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About The Position

The Sterile Supply Technician is responsible for the safe and effective decontamination, disinfection, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instruments and trays used throughout the operating room and other clinical areas. This role ensures compliance with aseptic techniques, infection control standards, and departmental policies while supporting urgent and emergent clinical needs.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a nationally accredited Central Service Technician certification exam OR Minimum 1 year of experience as a Central Service/Sterile Processing Technician in a healthcare facility
• Ability to pass pre-employment health clearance
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures
• Knowledge of sterilization methods and infection control practices
• Experience operating sterilization and decontamination equipment
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Nice To Haves

• Active Central Service Technician certification
• Prior experience in an acute care or hospital-based sterile processing department

Responsibilities

• Perform decontamination, cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of surgical instruments and equipment
• Assemble both complex and basic surgical instrument sets with accuracy and attention to detail
• Operate and monitor sterilization equipment, including steam sterilizers, Steris, and Sterrad systems
• Conduct quality checks and document sterilization and decontamination processes
• Maintain strict adherence to aseptic technique and infection control standards
• Respond promptly to urgent and emergent requests from clinical staff
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and distribution of sterile supplies
• Maintain accurate records and logs related to sterilization processes
• Support operating room and clinical department workflows as needed

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed