Job Summary
Sterile Processing Technician, Sterile Processing. This position supports the operating room team and procedural areas by preparing, processing, sterilizing, storing, and distributing reusable instruments and equipment. The role collaborates with surgical personnel and performs delegated activities related to sterile processing and surgical support.
Job Details
- Schedule: 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week. Available schedules include Monday–Friday, 6:45 a.m.–3:15 p.m.; Sunday–Thursday, 10:45 p.m.–7:15 a.m.; and Monday–Friday, 2:45 p.m.–11:15 p.m.
- Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) credential
- At least one year of instrumentation experience
- Successful completion of a vocational program for Central Service with Central Service Technician certification
- Central Service Technician certification required within one year of hire
- Certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certified Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)
- Basic computer knowledge
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and provide and receive constructive feedback
- Preferred Qualifications: One year of instrumentation experience in a hospital setting; successful completion of a vocational program for Central Service
- Additional Information:
- Decontaminates, assembles, inspects, packages, sterilizes, stores, and distributes reusable instruments and equipment.
- Cleans, packages, and reprocesses reusable surgical equipment, instrumentation, and scopes according to manufacturer guidelines.
- Maintains inventory and storage of processed supplies.
- Supports surgical team activities within the sterile core.
- Performs duties under the supervision of Central Service leadership and in collaboration with the operating room team.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
