Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Alabama

A Sterile Supply Technician, also known as a Central Processing Technician or Sterile Processing Technician, plays a crucial role in the medical technology industry by ensuring that all surgical tools and supplies are sterilized and ready for use. These professionals are responsible for cleaning, sterilizing, and assembling surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies. They also examine equipment to detect leaks, worn or loose parts, or other indications of disrepair. Their goal is to prevent infections and ensure patient safety by properly decontaminating, sterilizing, storing, and distributing surgical instruments and devices.

Important skills for a Sterile Supply Technician include meticulous attention to detail, understanding of sterilization techniques, and the ability to follow strict protocols and regulations. They should also have good manual dexterity, physical stamina, and the ability to work well in a team. Required certifications typically include the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification or the Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) certification. Before becoming a Sterile Supply Technician, a person may have job roles such as a Medical Equipment Preparer, Operating Room Assistant, or Medical Assistant.

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Sterile Processing Technician

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 22 hours ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 22 hours ago

Please apply online now for immediate consideration for this Sterile Processing Technician opportunity or to connect with our team about all of the Sterile Processing Tech options in Alabama....

Travel Sterile Processing Technician/CPT

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 22 hours ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 22 hours ago

Job ID: P-578802 Responsibilities The Sterile Processing Technician sterilizes and organizes equipment that is required during surgical procedures and other medical proceedings....

Sterile Processing Technician II

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago

sterile processing washers, sterilizers, ultrasonic and drying cabinets Participate in regular on-site training What You Need to Be Successful A high school diploma or equivalent required....

Sterile Processing Tech - PRN

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago

This role ensures compliance with sterilization and decontamination protocols and assists in maintaining the sterile processing areas....

Sterile Processing Technician I

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago

Experience At least one year experience in a healthcare facility Sterile Processing department required....

Sterile Processing Tech PRN

  • Phenix City, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Phenix City, AL
  • 1 day ago

Shift: PRN (as needed) Position Goal Under the direction of unit management, the Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) receives, reprocesses, and distributes surgical instruments and equipment, maintains...

Sterile Processing Tech Full Time

  • Phenix City, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Phenix City, AL
  • 1 day ago

Shift: 12:00PM - 10:30PM ET (4-10's) - Varies w/ call Position Goal Under the direction of unit management, the Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) receives, reprocesses, and distributes surgical instruments...

OR Sterile Processing Technician - new

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 6 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities in the Central Sterile Supply area include cleaning, decontamination, assembly, packaging and sterilization of surgical instruments and reusable supplies....

Sterile Processing Tech

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 7 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 7 days ago

Job Summary The Sterile Processing Technician ensures the availability of clean, sterilized, and properly functioning surgical instruments and equipment for operating rooms and procedural areas....

OR Sterile Processing Technician - new University of Alabama, Birmingham

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 8 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 8 days ago

Responsibilities in the Central Sterile Supply area include cleaning, decontamination, assembly, packaging and sterilization of surgical instruments and reusable supplies....

Opportunities are available for technicians to advance to sterile supply technician II, inventory control coordinator, and sterile supply supervisor....

Senior Sterile Processing Technician (Second Shift/Full Time)

  • Mobile, AL
  • 18 days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 18 days ago

Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD); or 3....

Sterile Processing Technician I - Highlands Central Sterile Supply - Multiple Shifts University of Alabama, Birmingham Application First Name Last Name Email address Captcha / Bot check: Copy from here...

To clean, assemble and sterilize instrument sets for surgery. To assemble and organize case carts for surgery. To stock supplies and perform biological testing of sterilizers....

Sterile Processing Supervisor - University Hospital

  • Mobile, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities include supervision of all processing activities, including decontamination, high level disinfection, packaging sterilization and storage....

Demographic Data for Alabama

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Salary for Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Alabama

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sterile Supply Technicians in Alabama offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
28.0%
Associate's Degree
22.1%
Bachelor's Degree
21.8%
High School or GED
20.0%
Master's Degree
4.0%
Some College
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.3%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sterile Supply Technicians in Alabama
1-2 years
39.2%
None
24.9%
Less than 1 year
18.2%
4-6 years
14.6%
2-4 years
3.0%


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