Sterile Supply Associate

Upstate; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Upstate is seeking a Sterile Supply Associate in Syracuse, NY. This full-time role supports the daily operation of the sterile services department, oversees staff, and ensures proper training and scheduling.

The position participates in QA initiatives and ongoing process improvements. The role requires an Associate Degree with 3 years of Surgical Technology or Sterile Processing experience, knowledge of instrumentation, and supervisory capabilities.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree and 3 years Surgical Technology or Sterile Processing experience in a healthcare related setting, (preferably acute care) or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Knowledge of surgical instrumentation/equipment and sterile processing essential.
• Previous supervisory and administrative experience required.
• Certification as a sterile processing technician strongly preferred; if not certified, must obtain within 18 months of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the daily operation of the department.
• Participate in development processes and procedures in the care and assembly of surgical instruments.
• Supervise and evaluate subordinate staff.
• Responsible for orientation, training and supervision of new staff.
• Schedule and assign staff work.
• Participate in regular QA meetings and initiatives.

Skills

Surgical Technology

Supervisory Experience

Staff Training

Education

Associate Degree

Sterile Processing Certification

Job description

Sterile Supply Associate

• Syracuse
• Allied Health
• Full-time
• Opening on: Aug 25 2025
• CG-Central Services
• State of New York
• TH CTS Sterile Supply Associate, NSSL2
• 86525
• UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)

Job Summary:

Assist in the daily operation of the department. Participates in the development processes and procedures in the care and assembly of surgical instruments. Supervises and evaluates subordinate staff. Responsible for orientation, training and supervision of new staff. Responsible for scheduling and staff work assignments. Participates in regular Q/A meetings and initiatives

Minimum Qualifications:

Associates Degree and 3 years Surgical Technology or Sterile Processing experience in a healthcare related setting, (preferably acute care) or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. Knowledge of surgical instrumentation/equipment and sterile processing essential. Previous supervisory and administrative experience required. Certification as a sterile processing technician strongly preferred. If not certified as a sterile processing technician, will be required to obtain within 18 months of hire date

Work Days:

Mon-Fri 23:00-07:30 Holidays and weekends rotating based on departmental needs

Message to Applicants:

Recruitment Office: Human Resources