Sterile Processing Technician — OR & L&D Support

virtua; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off and sick leave

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance and AD&D

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Virtua Health is seeking a dedicated Sterile Processing Technician to support infection control by preparing, cleaning, and distributing sterile equipment across operating rooms and related areas. The role involves inspecting and assembling instruments, maintaining documentation, and ensuring readiness for patient care.

Responsibilities include sterilization, training peers, and safely transporting sterile items between units and facilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of a sterile processing course or CRCST certification within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, inspects and assembles surgical instruments, powered equipment, and endoscopes for sterilization.
• Cleans, disinfects patient care equipment and surgical instruments from OR, L&D, and invasive procedure areas.
• Assists in the orientation and training of new hires.
• Operates, monitors and documents results of sterilization equipment.
• Delivers patient care equipment, replenishes supplies, and transports sterile instruments between facilities.

Skills

Sterile processing

Infection control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CRCST Certification

Job description

Virtua Health is seeking a dedicated Sterile Processing Technician to support infection control by preparing, cleaning, and distributing sterile equipment across operating rooms and related areas. The role involves inspecting and assembling instruments, maintaining documentation, and ensuring readiness for patient care.

Responsibilities include sterilization, training peers, and safely transporting sterile items between units and facilities.