Sterilization Technician

Insight Global; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Certified Sterile Processing Technician II to support surgical services across multiple facilities. You will perform decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments while maintaining compliance with infection control standards and regulatory requirements.

The role requires 3–5+ years in sterile processing, a HS diploma or equivalent, and CBSPD/HSPA certification.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of sterile processing experience.
• HS diploma or equivalent; current HSPA or CBSPD certification.
• Ability to work independently in fast-paced hospital environments with strong attention to compliance and documentation.
• Experience with robotic surgical instrumentation.
• Comfortable escalating issues and advocating for proper procedures.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, inspect, assemble, sterilize and distribute surgical instruments per standards.
• Inspect, sort and organize instrument sets per count sheets and standards.
• Prepare instrument trays using approved methods and packaging.
• Operate sterile processing equipment including ultrasonic cleaners and cart washers.
• Maintain logs and records to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Identify damaged or missing instruments and escalate as needed.
• Support case carts delivery and take responsibility for timely instrumentation requests.
• Reprocess expired items and ensure labeling and sterility.
• Maintain a clean, compliant sterile processing environment across facilities.
• Communicate workflow challenges or risks to leadership promptly.
• Mentor junior staff and new hires.

Skills

Sterile processing

Independent work

Robotic instrumentation

Documentation/compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

HSPA or CBSPD certification

Tools

Ultrasonic cleaners

Washer-decontaminators

Cart washers

Job description

• Minimum 30-35 hours/week guaranteed (flex to 40+ hours based on demand)
• Flexible schedule aligned to facility needs
• Overtime may be required (typically 5–10 hours/week during peak periods)
• Travel may be required to support regional site coverage
• Work hours and shifts vary by facility

Required Qualifications:

• 3-5 + years of sterile processing experience
• Includes roles such as SPD Technician, Lead Tech, SPD Liaison/Coordinator
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Current HSPA or CBSPD certification
• Proven ability to work independently in fast-paced hospital environments, with strong attention to compliance and documentation standards
• Experience with robotic surgical instrumentation
• Comfortable escalating issues and advocating for proper procedures

Day to Day Responsibilities:

Insight Global is searching for a Certified Sterile Processing Technician II supports safe, efficient surgical services by executing the decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and equipment. This role requires strong technical expertise, adaptability, and strict adherence to regulatory, safety, and infection control standards while supporting multiple facilities as needed.

• Execute the decontamination, disinfection, and sterilization of surgical instruments in accordance with infection control standards, internal procedures, and manufacturer IFUs
• Inspect, sort, assemble, and organize surgical instrument sets per count sheets and departmental standards
• Prepare and package instrument trays using approved sterilization methods, including wraps and rigid containers
• Operate sterile processing equipment including ultrasonic cleaners, washer-decontaminators, and cart washers
• Maintain accurate logs and records to ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements
• Identify, isolate, and escalation damaged, missing, or malfunctioning instruments and equipment
• Prepare, deliver, and retrieve case carts and supplies to support surgical cases and procedural needs
• Respond to real-time instrumentation and supply requests from operating room and clinical teams
• Reprocess expired items and ensure proper labeling, tracking, and sterility integrity
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant sterile processing environment while rotating through assigned functional areas
• Communicate workflow challenges, delays, or risks to leadership in a timely manner
• Support team operations by serving as a resource and mentor to junior staff or new hires as needed
• Transport instruments and materials using approved handling and delivery protocols