SEASONAL Sterile Processing Technician - Sterile Processing - Full time

Aspen Valley Hospital; Aspen (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bus passes

457B plan

AVH programs

Job summary

Aspen Valley Hospital is seeking a full-time Sterile Processing Technician for a seasonal assignment in the Sterile Processing Department. The role runs from November 30, 2026 to April 4, 2027, with Mids - 10 Hour shifts and night differential up to $10/hour.

Compensation is market-driven and based on experience and credentials. The SPD Technician cleans, disinfects, and sterilizes instruments, maintains validation logs, and supports endoscopy as needed.

Qualifications

• CRCST certification or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.
• CER certification or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, disinfects, and sterilizes all instruments used for surgical procedures and patient care.
• Maintains logs for daily biological and sterile supply testing.
• Assists clinical operations as needed with endoscopy procedures and support across units.
• Stocks and orders supplies; adheres to AVH policies and CER standards.

Skills

CRCST

CER

Job description

We are currently hiring for a full time Sterile Processing Technician within the Sterile Processing department here at Aspen Valley Health. This is a short-term SEASONAL position with an anticipated start date of November 30, 2026 and an expected end date of April 4, 2027. Work Shift: Mids - 10 Hour Compensation Range: $34.85 - $55.77 Night and weekend shift differentials up to $10 per hour! The compensation range listed is an estimate. Final compensation will be determined based on your qualifications including years of experience performing similar work, level of formal education in a relevant field of study, and any professional certifications related to the position.

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications & RequirementsCertified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST), or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER), or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Preferred QualificationsBilingual in Spanish preferred.

Position Overview

The Sterile Processing Department (SPD) Technician cleans, disinfects, and sterilizes all instruments used for surgical procedures and patient care, performs all daily biological and sterile supply testing and maintains logs for each, functions throughout the facility to organize and direct instrument needs to units, assists clinical operations as needed with endoscopy procedures, stocks and orders supplies for unit as directed, and will be responsible for understanding and being fully involved in completion of competencies based on AVH policies, AORN, AAMI, HSPA, and CER standards that are used as guidelines for SPD practices. The SPD Technician will be an active member of the entire department, with the ability to help in roles outside of surgically specific job duties if needed. The SPD Technician will work collaboratively with others within the department to ensure an efficient, professional, and respectful environment. The SPD Technician will work with other departments as well in regards to patient safety and communication.

Benefits

• purchase discounted bus passes for transportation to and from work
• 457B
• participate in a number of AVH hosted programs

Environment and Culture

Aspen Valley Health is a twenty-five-bed community hospital that represents the best of two worlds - the warmth and friendliness of a small town and the technical expertise of a major medical center.

"I love the people, the sense of family and community on this team and in a broader sense across the hospital as a whole. I have worked for a HUGE corporation, and this is so much better!! It's like CHEERS, where everybody knows your name." - Stacy

"I love the flexibility that this job gives me, and the people I get to connect with and learn from. The job is challenging and ever-changing, which helps keep my brain sharp! AVH has been a great company to work for over the last 8 years, and it shows in how employees are valued and cared for." - Melissa

"The team members are incredibly dedicated to the delivery of care for our patients, to helping our staff feel valued and supported, and to the fiscal health of the hospital. They also genuinely care about each other, are able to laugh at themselves, and tease each other because there is a basis of trust and mutual support. I have laughed so hard at meetings that I have actually cried." - Diana

It's no surprise that our retention rate is BETTER than 90% of all other hospitals in the country!

This application will close once a qualified candidate is successfully hired.

At Aspen Valley Health (AVH), you'll join a team committed to making a meaningful difference - every day. As one of the top 100 critical access hospitals, we offer more than just a job: we offer the chance to grow your career while serving your community. Our mission and core values foster nationally recognized patient care and exceptional career opportunities. With competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a strong culture of support, AVH is where purpose and opportunity meet.