Sterile Processing Technician

Insight Global; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global in Durham, NC is seeking a Certified Sterile Processing Technician II to ensure safe, efficient surgical support through decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of instrument sets.

Responsibilities include operating decontamination and sterilization equipment, maintaining logs for regulatory compliance, and mentoring junior staff while supporting multiple facilities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Execute the decontamination, disinfection, and sterilization of surgical instruments in accordance with infection control standards, internal procedures, and manufacturer IFUs
• Inspect, sort, assemble, and organize surgical instrument sets per count sheets and departmental standards
• Prepare and package instrument trays using approved sterilization methods, including wraps and rigid containers
• Operate sterile processing equipment including ultrasonic cleaners, washer-decontaminators, and cart washers
• Maintain accurate logs and records to ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements
• Identify, isolate, and isolate damaged, missing, or malfunctioning instruments and equipment
• Prepare, deliver, and retrieve case carts and supplies to support surgical cases and procedural needs
• Respond to real-time instrumentation and supply requests from operating room and clinical teams
• Reprocess expired items and ensure proper labeling, tracking, and sterility integrity
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant sterile processing environment while rotating through assigned functional areas
• Communicate workflow challenges, delays, or risks to leadership in a timely manner
• Support team operations by serving as a resource and mentor to junior staff or new hires as needed
• Transport instruments and materials using approved handling and delivery protocols

Job description

The Certified Sterile Processing Technician II supports safe, efficient surgical services by executing the decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and equipment. This role requires strong technical expertise, adaptability, and strict adherence to regulatory, safety, and infection control standards while supporting multiple facilities as needed.

• Execute the decontamination, disinfection, and sterilization of surgical instruments in accordance with infection control standards, internal procedures, and manufacturer IFUs
• Inspect, sort, assemble, and organize surgical instrument sets per count sheets and departmental standards
• Prepare and package instrument trays using approved sterilization methods, including wraps and rigid containers
• Operate sterile processing equipment including ultrasonic cleaners, washer-decontaminators, and cart washers
• Maintain accurate logs and records to ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements
• Identify, isolate, and isolate damaged, missing, or malfunctioning instruments and equipment
• Prepare, deliver, and retrieve case carts and supplies to support surgical cases and procedural needs
• Respond to real-time instrumentation and supply requests from operating room and clinical teams
• Reprocess expired items and ensure proper labeling, tracking, and sterility integrity
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant sterile processing environment while rotating through assigned functional areas
• Communicate workflow challenges, delays, or risks to leadership in a timely manner
• Support team operations by serving as a resource and mentor to junior staff or new hires as needed
• Transport instruments and materials using approved handling and delivery protocols

Schedule & Work Environment

• Minimum 35 hours/week guaranteed (flex to 40+ hours based on demand)
• Flexible schedule aligned to facility needs
• Overtime may be required (typically 5–10 hours/week during peak periods)
• Expected range: 35–50 hours/week depending on volume
• Travel may be required to support site coverage
• Work hours and shifts vary by facility