Sterile Processing Technician: Instrument Sterilization

Atlantic Health System; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health System in Summit, NJ seeks a Sterile Processing Technician responsible for sterilization and cleaning of medical equipment, instruments, and supplies used in surgeries and examinations.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to safety and quality metrics, and the ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods while handling heavy items; comprehensive training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning, disinfection, decontamination, inspection, assembly, and sterilization of medical and surgical instruments.
• Case cart assembly and distribution.
• Care and distribution of patient care equipment and maintaining sterile processing areas.
• Follow instructions to ensure quality metrics and standards are met.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for prolonged periods; push, pull, and lift heavy items.

Job description

Atlantic Health System in Summit, NJ seeks a Sterile Processing Technician responsible for sterilization and cleaning of medical equipment, instruments, and supplies used in surgeries and examinations.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to safety and quality metrics, and the ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods while handling heavy items; comprehensive training is provided.