Sterile Processing Tech

HiredFirst; Accord (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

HiredFirst in New York is seeking a Certified Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate, assemble, sterilize, and distribute surgical instruments and trays. This night-shift role is 40 hours per week, with weekends and holidays as needed.

You will operate steam sterilizers, perform quality checks, manage inventory, and support OR teams. Requirements include HSPA or CBSPD certification, BLS, 3 years sterile processing experience, large-hospital background, 6 months travel, and two references.

Qualifications

• Certified Sterile Processing Technician (HSPA or CBSPD): Required
• Minimum 3 years of Sterile Processing experience
• BLS (AHA only): Required
• Large hospital experience (500+ beds) required
• Minimum 6 months travel experience required
• Two professional references (from recent assignments) required

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, assemble, sterilize, and distribute surgical instruments and trays
• Operate sterilization equipment (steam sterilizers, washers, HLD systems)
• Perform quality assurance checks and maintain accurate documentation
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness, function, and proper assembly
• Manage inventory, stock supplies, and support OR and clinical units

Job description

Location: New York 14642
Pay Rate: $966 – $1,096
Schedule: Nights, 5x8-hour shifts (40 hrs/week)
Additional: Weekends, holidays, on‑call, and callback as needed

Position Summary & Responsibilities

Decontaminate, assemble, sterilize, and distribute surgical instruments and trays

Operate sterilization equipment (steam sterilizers, washers, HLD systems)

Perform quality assurance checks and maintain accurate documentation

Inspect instruments for cleanliness, function, and proper assembly

Manage inventory, stock supplies, and support OR and clinical units

Requirements

Certified Sterile Processing Technician (HSPA or CBSPD): Required

Minimum 3 years of Sterile Processing experience

BLS (AHA only): Required

Large hospital experience (500+ beds) required

Minimum 6 months travel experience required

Two professional references (from recent assignments) required