Sterile Processing - Sterile Processing Tech

Cynet Health; Augusta (GA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician in Augusta, GA for an 8‑week assignment. The role requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in sterile processing and proficiency in assembling, decontaminating, and sterilizing instruments for 25–40 cases per day.

CBSPD or IAHCSMM/HSPA certifications are preferred. Must be able to serve as a preceptor for new employees, maintain a bioburden error rate of 0.1% or less, and collaborate with perioperative staff in a fast-paced environment;

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in sterile processing.
• CBSPD and IAHCSMM/HSPA preferred.
• Ability to follow written instructions and perform multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Sterilize, assemble, and store medical supplies and equipment.
• Provide accurate instrument sets and case carts for perioperative staff.
• Maintain standards for set assembly, decontamination, inspection, and sterilization.

Skills

Preceptor for new employees

Bioburden control

Fast-paced environment

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Sterile Processing - Sterile Processing Tech

Profession: Surgical Services

Specialty: Sterile Processing Tech

Duration: 8 weeks

Shift: Day

Hours per Shift: 8 hours (08:00 - 16:30)

Experience: Minimum of 3 years required; first-time travelers not accepted

License: None required

Certifications: CBSPD and IAHCSMM/HSPA preferred

Must-Have:

• Ability to serve as a preceptor for new employees
• Maintain a bioburden error rate of 0.1% or less on a monthly basis
• Average tray volume of 20 trays per day

Description:The Sterile Processing Tech is responsible for the sterilization, assembly, and storage of medical supplies and equipment.This role involves collaboration with peri-operative nursing staff to provide accurate and timely sterile instrument sets and case carts.The Sterile Processing Tech must maintain recommended standards for set assembly, decontamination, inspection, containerizing, and sterilizing surgical instruments.This position requires skills in following written instructions while performing multiple tasks.Effective communication, both verbal and written, is essential.The Sterile Processing Tech should demonstrate a willingness to be cooperative, informative, and supportive to guide new employees.Experience with flexible cystoscopes, sterilization equipment, and decontamination equipment is preferred.Strong knowledge of sterilization techniques, including steam sterilization testing and monitoring, is required.Candidates must possess the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a daily surgical volume of 25-40 cases.On-call duties are rare, with expectations to work on major holidays as assigned.