Sterile Processing Technician - Decontam, Sterilize & Pack

FlexStaff; Town of Rhinebeck (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

FlexStaff is recruiting a Sterile Processing Technician for a hospital setting in New York. You will decontaminate, sterilize, assemble, and package instruments according to facility policies and manufacturer instructions to ensure patient safety.

The role requires adherence to AORN, AAMI and Joint Commission standards, lifting up to 25 pounds, and the ability to follow complex procedural documents. Certification in sterile processing is required or provisional until certification is achieved.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Sterile processing certification (CRCST or CSPD) or provisional certification (CRCST) required.
• Must complete required NY State continuing education credits.
• Prior experience in processing surgical instruments preferred.
• Ability to lift/carry 25 pounds; stand, bend, and reach for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Disassembles, cleans, sterilizes, reassembles and packages sterile supplies.
• Uses appropriate sterilization methods per instrument type.
• Operates washers, sterilizers and related equipment.
• Adheres to instrument count sheets and storage guidelines.
• Follows safety protocols to prevent injuries.
• Retrieves and prepares trays and equipment for decontamination.
• Examines instruments for cleanliness and proper assembly.
• Notifies supervisor of malfunctions.
• Maintains records of daily activities per policies.

Skills

Sterile processing

Equipment operation

Lifting 25 lbs

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CRCST or CSPD certification

Job description

FlexStaff is recruiting a Sterile Processing Technician for a hospital setting in New York. You will decontaminate, sterilize, assemble, and package instruments according to facility policies and manufacturer instructions to ensure patient safety.

The role requires adherence to AORN, AAMI and Joint Commission standards, lifting up to 25 pounds, and the ability to follow complex procedural documents. Certification in sterile processing is required or provisional until certification is achieved.