Sterilization Technician

Pride Health; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Sterile Processing Technician to enhance patient safety and operational efficiency. In this role, you will be responsible for the decontamination, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team in a fast-paced healthcare environment, where your skills will directly contribute to patient care and safety. If you are passionate about healthcare and thrive in a collaborative setting, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings

Life & Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Legal Support

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• 6+ months experience in sterile processing required.
• Attention to detail in infection prevention and safety is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate and sterilize surgical instruments.
• Operate sterilizers and maintain cleanliness in work areas.

Skills

Sterile Processing

Infection Prevention

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CRCST or CSPDT Certification

Tools

Sterilizers

Computerized Tray Tracking Systems

Job description

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This range is provided by Pride Health. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$30.00/hr - $35.00/hr

Direct message the job poster from Pride Health

Pride Health is seeking an Sterile Tech to join a team in Lakewood CO. This is 13 weeks of contract with possible extension,

Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM (Evening Shift)

Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours/week

Contract Length: Approximately 13 weeks (89 contract days)

Pay : $1350/week

Position Summary:

The Sterile Processing Technician supports patient safety and operating room efficiency by performing critical tasks in decontamination, sterilization, and distribution of instruments and supplies. This role ensures regulatory compliance and upholds quality standards through proper use of sterilization equipment, record-keeping, and adherence to infection prevention guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Decontaminate, process, sterilize, and distribute surgical instruments and supplies
• Operate sterilizers, including steam and gas plasma (Sterrad), and washer/decontaminators
• Validate sterilization equipment with mechanical and biological monitors
• Package items in compliance with manufacturer’s instructions for use (IFUs)
• Maintain cleanliness in all work areas and ensure appropriate storage of sterile supplies
• Utilize computerized tray/instrument tracking systems (if applicable)
• Provide and document on-call support per department/facility policy
• Assist in transporting sterilized instruments and removing soiled case carts
• Respond to surgery department requests and emergencies during regular hours
• Support department preparation for regulatory surveys and inspections

Required Experience & Skills:

• Minimum Experience: 6 months in sterile processing (1+ year travel experience preferred)
• Basic computer skills required
• Strong attention to infection prevention, safety, and regulatory compliance
• Team player with good communication and customer service skills

Education & Certifications:

• Required: High School Diploma or GED
• Certification: CRCST or CSPDT required

*Offered pay rate will be based on education, experience, and healthcare credentials.

Interested? Apply now!

About Pride Health

As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.

Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

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