Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Middle River, 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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Sterile Processing Tech I Trainee

  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Prefer to be currently enrolled in, accepted into, or has completed an approved Sterile Processing training program....

Travel Sterile Processing Technician/CPT

  • Towson, MD (13 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Towson, MD (13 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Job ID: P-572076 Responsibilities The Sterile Processing Technician sterilizes and organizes equipment that is required during surgical procedures and other medical proceedings....

Certified Sterile Processing Supervisor

  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Oversees the Sterile Processing staff and directs all operations related to decontamination, assembly &Sterilization of surgical instruments Provides quality assurance to sterile processing functions...

Sterile Processing Technician II, Rotating, (PRN)

  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Under general supervision, decontaminates, disinfects, assembles, packages, stores and issues medical/surgical instruments, supplies and equipment in accordance with UMMCs policies and...

Sterile Processing Tech (SPT) Surgical Services

  • Towson, MD (13 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Towson, MD (13 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 3 days ago

.* Sterile Processing Tech (SPT) Surgical Services in Towson, MD LeaderStat is currently seeking a Sterile Processing Tech (SPT) Surgical Services for a(n) 8 week contract in MD....

Certified Sterile Processing Tech

  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 4 days ago

The Certified Sterile Processing Technician will be responsible for decontamination, cleaning, processing and sterilization of supplies and equipment dispensed by the department following established...

Sterile Processing Tech (PRN)

  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Minimum two (2) years instrument processing experience required CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution) or Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or IAHCSMM (International...

Cardiac Cath Tech

  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Benefits We Offer: + Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability plans + Competitive pay rates + Referral opportunities? Refer a friend & Cash in! + Travel...

Sterile Processing Technician, Evenings

  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 9 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 Tech Trainee (Evenings)

  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 9 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...

Certified Sterile Processing Tech

  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 14 days ago

One of the following certifications is required: CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution) Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) IAHCSMM (International Association...

Sterile Processing Tech

  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 24 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 24 days ago

Minimum one (1) year instrument processing experience required CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution) or Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or IAHCSMM (International...

Travel Sterile Processing Tech

  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 29 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 29 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....

Sterile Processing Technician II - Nights

  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (12 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 30+ 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 Supervisor

  • Lutherville, MD (14 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lutherville, MD (14 miles from Middle River, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Must have one of the following sterile processing certifications: CSPDT (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution) or CRCST (Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)) certification...

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Salary for Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Middle River, MD

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Highest Education Level

Sterile Supply Technicians in Middle River, MD offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
28.0%
Associate's Degree
22.2%
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 Middle River, 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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