Sterilization Technician

Pride Health; Neptune Township (NJ); On-site; USD 41,328 - 46,838; Full time

Job summary

Pride Health is seeking an experienced Sterile Processing Technician in Neptune, NJ to support cleaning, decontamination, assembly, sterilization and distribution of instruments and reusable equipment. This role ensures compliance with infection control standards and prepares case carts for procedures.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, 5+ years of sterile processing experience, Central Processing course, and CRCST/CBSPD certification. Evening shifts, 5x8 hours, rotating weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of sterile processing or instrument processing experience.
• Completion of a Central Processing course or equivalent sterile processing experience.
• National certification required: CRCST or CBSPD.
• Strong knowledge of surgical instrumentation and sterilization techniques.
• Experience operating Steam, ETO, Sterrad and Steris systems.
• Ability to document sterilization in records and tracking systems.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, pushing/pulling up to 60 lbs, and standing long periods.
• Available to work every other weekend and rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Clean, inspect, assemble, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment.
• Operate and monitor sterilization equipment (Steam, ETO, Sterrad, Steris).
• Perform and document Bowie-Dick testing to ensure sterilization quality.
• Maintain sterilization records and instrument tracking documentation.
• Prepare and assemble case carts per surgical cards.
• Coordinate with clinical staff on missing instruments or shortages.
• Follow infection prevention standards and PPE guidelines.
• Assist with inventory management and organize the sterile processing area.
• Transport equipment and supplies safely as required.

Skills

Sterile processing

Documentation

Infection control

Education

High school diploma

Central Processing course

CRCST

CBSPD

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Sterile Processing Technician to support the safe cleaning, decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and reusable medical equipment. This role is responsible for maintaining sterilization standards, preparing case carts for surgical procedures, and ensuring compliance with infection control and safety protocols in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean, inspect, assemble, and sterilize surgical instruments and reusable medical equipment.
• Operate and monitor sterilization equipment, including Steam, ETO, Sterrad, and Steris systems.
• Perform and document biological and Bowie-Dick testing to ensure sterilization quality.
• Maintain accurate sterilization records and computerized instrument count documentation.
• Prepare and assemble case carts according to surgical preference cards.
• Coordinate with clinical staff regarding missing instruments or supply shortages.
• Follow infection prevention standards, Universal Precautions, and proper PPE guidelines.
• Assist with inventory management and maintain an organized sterile processing department.
• Safely lift, push, pull, and transport equipment and supplies as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of sterile processing or instrument processing experience required.
• Completion of a Central Processing course or equivalent sterile processing experience.
• National certification required: CRCST or CBSPD.
• Strong knowledge of surgical instrumentation, sterilization techniques, detergents, disinfectants, and infection control practices.
• Experience operating Steam, ETO, Sterrad, and Steris sterilization systems.
• Ability to accurately maintain sterilization documentation and computerized instrument tracking systems.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, pushing/pulling up to 60 lbs, and standing for extended periods.
• Must be available to work every other weekend and rotating shifts as needed.
• 13-week contract position
• Shift is 5×8-hour shifts, Evening (3:00 PM – 11:30 PM) (40 hours/week)
• Location is Neptune, NJ 07754
• Pay Rate for Locals: $30 - $34 Hourly
• Pay Rate for Travelers: $1,440 - $1,480 Weekly

Company Description:

“Pride Health offers eligible employees 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”

Pride Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pride Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.