Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Arnold, MD

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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Travel Sterile Processing Technician - Surgical Services - $1,122 per week

  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 3 hours ago

American Medical Staffing is seeking a travel Sterile Processing Technician for a travel job in Baltimore, Maryland....

Sterile Processing Tech in Baltimore, Maryland - $1,322/week

  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 19 hours ago

Vetted is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech for a travel job in Baltimore, Maryland. The job was posted 3 days ago....

Medical Supply Technician(Sterile Processing)

  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Six months experience as a MST, operating room or surgical technician or other position that demonstrated knowledge of sterile processing in a clinical setting; or Education....

Sterile Processing Tech (SPT) Surgical Services

  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 5 days ago

.* Sterile Processing Tech (SPT) Surgical Services in Baltimore, MD LeaderStat is currently seeking a Sterile Processing Tech (SPT) Surgical Services for a(n) 13 week contract in MD....

Travel Sterile Processing Tech

  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 5 days ago

As a Sterile Processing Tech, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of healthcare facilities by meticulously sterilizing and preparing medical instruments and equipment....

Medical Supply Technician-Sterile Processing

  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Medical Supply Technician-Sterile Processing Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administrion Veterans Health Administrion Summary This is a Full Performance Level Sterile Processing Service...

Sterile Processing Technician II - Nights

  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Company Description Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with...

Sterile Processing Technician II - Evening

  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 6 days ago

. - decontamination, prep and pack, sterilization; TOR; case cart assembly, sterile storage and distribution. May assist with basic trouble shooting of equipment used with flexible endoscopes....

Sterile Processing Technician I, PRN Weekend

  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Inspects, assembles and prepares instrumentation for terminal sterilization in accordance with established sterile processing practices and standards....

Sterile Processing - Technician

  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 6 days ago

.* Temp - Technician - Sterile Processing (SPT) (Nights) Towson, MD in Baltimore, MD LeaderStat is currently seeking a Temp - Technician - Sterile Processing (SPT) (Nights) Towson, MD for a(n) 13 week...

Sterile Processing Technician - Nights

  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 7 days ago

Inspects, assembles and prepares instrumentation for terminal sterilization in accordance with established sterile processing practices and standards....

Sterile Processing Tech

  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 9 days ago

Sterile Processing Techs document, inspect, and decontaminate medical instruments and devices and you must have a comprehensive understanding of sterilization as well as a strong attention to detail...

Sterile Processing Tech Trainee

  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 11 days ago

Must obtain CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution) or Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or IAHCSMM (International Association of Healthcare Central Service...

Travel Surgical Tech Certified Sterile Processing Technician SPT

  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 14 days ago

THE POSITION: Sterile Processing Technicians operate the sterilizing equipment such as the autoclave that sterilizes equipment, gloves, and needles....

Sterile Processing Technician Team Lead

  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 22 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (18 miles from Arnold, MD)
  • 22 days ago

Job Description General Summary Under general supervision, perform team leader responsibilities in processes to decontaminate, prepare, sterilize, store and issue medical/surgical instruments, supplies...

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Salary for Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Arnold, MD

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Highest Education Level

Sterile Supply Technicians in Arnold, MD 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
4.1%
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 Arnold, MD
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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