Orthopaedic Sterile Processing Tech Central NJ

Princeton Orthopaedic Associates, P.A.; Montgomery Township (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Princeton Orthopaedic Associates, P.A. is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to clean, inspect, sterilize, and organize surgical instruments in our ambulatory surgery center in New Jersey.

The role supports orthopaedic surgical care and requires adherence to sterile technique and infection-control standards. Responsibilities include operating processing equipment, maintaining logs, inventory, and timely communication with clinicians.

Qualifications

• Certified central sterile technician required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ambulatory Surgery Center and orthopaedic instrument experience preferred.
• Knowledge of sterile technique, infection control, and instrument handling.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Clean, inspect, assemble, wrap, label, and sterilize surgical instruments per protocols.
• Operate sterilizers, ultrasonic washers, and processing equipment; monitor logs.
• Sort instruments into trays; label packages with name, sterilization date, and expiration date.
• Maintain inventory and check instrument tray integrity; replace outdated items.
• Keep central processing area clean, organized, and compliant with infection control standards.
• Document instrument loans/returns; update inventory lists.
• Communicate professionally with physicians and staff; report safety concerns.

Skills

Sterile technique

Infection control

Attention to detail

Professional communication

Education

Central Sterile Technician certification

High school diploma or GED

Ambulatory Surgery Center experience preferred

Orthopaedic instrument handling

Tools

Sterilizers

Ultrasonic washers

Processing equipment

Job description

Princeton Orthopaedic Associates, P.A. is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to clean, inspect, sterilize, and organize surgical instruments in our ambulatory surgery center in New Jersey.

The role supports orthopaedic surgical care and requires adherence to sterile technique and infection-control standards. Responsibilities include operating processing equipment, maintaining logs, inventory, and timely communication with clinicians.