Sterile Processing Tech - Sterile Processing Tech

Origin Travel Nurses; Brewster (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Onboarding made easy

Clinical support

401k retirement plan

Recruiter matching

Travel reimbursement

Housing allowance

Meals

Referral bonuses

Job summary

ARMStaffing is seeking a Surgical Technologist and Sterile Processing Technician to support the Surgery Department. You will assist in delivering care to surgical patients, maintain sterile technique, and prepare instruments and rooms for procedures.

The role requires a completed Surgical Technologist program or at least one year of OR scrub nursing, and a current BLS certification. Travel-friendly opportunity with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Surgical Technologist program or have at least 1 year OR scrub nursing experience.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Central Supply Technician certification is a plus.
• Thorough knowledge of medical asepsis in the OR.
• Ability to handle numerous surgical instruments and maintain inventory.
• Ability to work under pressure and tolerate exposure to blood and tissue.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain surgical instrument sets for procedures.
• Scrub, gown, and glove all surgical team members.
• Drape patients and assist with tissue retraction and wound care.
• Maintain sterile technique and count sponges/sharps with Circulating Nurse.
• Prepare and clean the OR before and after procedures.
• Identify and preserve specimens.
• Assist with training of new personnel and manage inventory.
• Follow sterilization protocols for instruments.
• Monitor sterilization equipment and operate autoclaves.

Skills

Medical asepsis

Inventory management

Pressure tolerance

Attention to detail

Education

Surgical Technologist training program

One year OR scrub nursing experience

Tools

Autoclave operation

Job description

Surgical Technologist and Sterile Processing Technician

Schedule

Monday - Friday; 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM; hours may vary; additional hours vary depending on case load.

Job Description

The Surgical Technologist and Sterile Processing Technician will be responsible for the delivery of care to surgical patients, ensuring efficient function within the Surgery Department. This role requires instruction in technical aspects of surgery to medical staff and, in some cases, patients and their families. The Sterile Processing Technician is tasked with maintaining the cleanliness and proper care of surgical equipment, acting as the first line of defense against infection and ensuring equipment performance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain surgical instrument sets for operating procedures, keeping in mind the surgery type and surgeon's preferences.
• Scrub, gown, and glove all members of the surgical team for procedures.
• Drape patients according to established methods and assist with tissue retraction, sponge blood, and irrigate wounds as needed.
• Maintain sterile technique, including counting sponges and sharps in collaboration with the Circulating Nurse.
• Prepare and clean the OR before and after procedures, ensuring a smooth transition between cases.
• Properly identify and preserve specimens collected during surgery.
• Assist with the training and education of new personnel and maintain inventory levels of surgical supplies.
• Follow sterilization protocols for surgical instruments and equipment handling.
• Monitor sterilization equipment, operate autoclaves, and maintain organized surgical trays.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Successful graduation from a Surgical Technologist training program or a minimum of one year of experience in OR scrub nursing.
• Current BLS certification is required.
• Certification as a Central Supply Technician is a plus.
• Thorough knowledge of medical asepsis as it applies to the operating room.
• Ability to handle numerous surgical instruments and maintain proper inventory levels.
• Ability to work under pressure and tolerate blood and body tissue exposure.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency.