Sterile Processing Technician - OR Instrument Specialist

United Surgical Partners International; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

SurgCenter of Silver Spring is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to join our team. This role maintains surgical instrumentation and prepares trays for operating room cases, supporting safe and efficient case start times.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and familiarity with sterilization methods such as steam, gravity, and Sterrad. CRCST or CSPDT certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• CRCST or CSPDT certification preferred.
• Six months of experience is preferred.
• 2-3 years experience as Instrument Room Technician is preferred.
• Experience with steam/ gravity sterilizers and Sterrad sterilizers.
• Familiarity with OR instrumentation and setting up instrument trays.
• Ability to prepare reports and keep records.
• Strong communication with staff, patients and physicians.

Responsibilities

• Cares for and maintains surgical instrumentation.
• Sets up supplies and instruments for surgery cases.
• Keeps records and prepares reports as required.

Skills

Computer skills

Team player

Good communication

Sterile processing experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

CRCST or CSPDT certification (preferred)

Tools

Sterilizers knowledge

Operating room instrumentation

Steam/Gravity sterilizers

Sterrad sterilizers

Job description

SurgCenter of Silver Spring is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to join our team. This role maintains surgical instrumentation and prepares trays for operating room cases, supporting safe and efficient case start times.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and familiarity with sterilization methods such as steam, gravity, and Sterrad. CRCST or CSPDT certification is preferred.