Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in New York

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 Rochester, NY 13 Weeks contract Shift - 08 hour nights 40 hours per week/5 days in a week $37.00 - hourly rate $48.00 - OT rate $1,480.00 weekly gross includes $800.00...

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Sterile Processing Tech I - Days

  • Bassett Healthcare Network
  • Cooperstown, NY
  • 8 hours ago
  • Cooperstown, NY
  • 8 hours ago

Processing Technician training program, preferred Experience: Previous experience as a Sterile Processing Tech, preferred License/ Certifications: Must obtain (CRCST) Central Service Technician/Sterile...

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Surgical Supply Coordinator - Sterile Processing Tech

  • Trusted Health
  • Bethpage, NY
  • 10 hours ago
  • Bethpage, NY
  • 10 hours ago

Processing and Distribution Technician (CBSPD)) or the alternative certification CRCST (Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)) BLS (Basic Life Support) Skills Checklist: Yes References:...

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Manager Sterile Processing Dep

  • Kaleida Health
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 16 hours ago

Certified Healthcare Leader or Certified Sterile Processing Manager or within 18 months hire. Experience 3 years of experience in sterile processing required....

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Travel Certified Sterile Processing Technician SPT

  • OneStaffMedical
  • Bethpage, NY
  • 17 hours ago
  • Bethpage, NY
  • 17 hours ago

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

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Sterile Processing Tech I - Sterile Processing - Full Time

  • Guthrie Medical Group
  • Cortland, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Cortland, NY
  • 1 day ago

Completion of a medical assistant or sterile processing program preferred.Certification as a Central Sterile Supply Technician per NYS Law preferred Experience: Must have ability to read, write, and...

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SP Tech - Sterile Processing

  • National Staffing Solutions
  • Rochester, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 1 day ago

Details of the SP Tech - Sterile Processing opening in Rochester, NY: Anticipated Start Date: 06/22/2026 Anticipated Pay Range: $1069.2 - $1234.8 Work Setting: Short Term Acute Care Hospital Anticipated...

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Certified Central Processing Technician - Central Sterile Supply - Full-time - Nights

  • NewYork-Presbyterian
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high....

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Travel - Sterile Processing Tech - Rochester - New York

  • Gifted Healthcare
  • Rochester, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities Sterile Processing Techs (SPT) clean, decontaminate, and sterilize general and specialty surgical instruments, power equipment, and endoscopes in accordance with the Manufacturers Instructions...

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Sterile Processing Technician Days/Eve/Nights FlexStaff

  • Northwell Careers
  • Bethpage, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Bethpage, NY
  • 3 days ago

Clinical Support, Sterile Supply, FlexStaff, FlexStaff Sterile Processing Technician - Days/Eve/Nights - FlexStaff FlexStaff - not profit, Bethpage, NY Requisition : 185177 Profession : Clinical Support...

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Sterile Processing Technician Supervisor Nights FlexStaff

  • Northwell Careers
  • Bethpage, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Bethpage, NY
  • 3 days ago

Clinical Support, Sterile Supply, FlexStaff, FlexStaff Sterile Processing Technician Supervisor - Nights - FlexStaff FlexStaff - not profit, Bethpage, NY Requisition : 187657 Profession : Clinical Support...

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Sterile Processing Tech (CS)

  • Northwell Careers
  • Bethpage, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Bethpage, NY
  • 4 days ago

Clinical Support, Sterile Processing, Sterile Processing, Centralized Business Services Sterile Processing Tech (CS) True North - Corporate, Bethpage, NY Requisition : 185573 Profession : Clinical Support...

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Sterile Processing Technician Supervisor - Nights - FlexStaff

  • Northwell Health
  • Bethpage, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Bethpage, NY
  • 5 days ago

Sterile processing certification (CRCST or CSPD must not expire during term of assignment) High School Diploma or equivalent, required 2 years of certified experience in tertiary setting or 1 year of...

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Sterile Processing Tech (CS)

  • Northwell Health
  • Bethpage, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Bethpage, NY
  • 5 days ago

Sterile processing certification (CRCST or CSPD) OR provisional certification (CRCST), required....

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Sterile Processing Technician

  • MedPro Healthcare Staffing
  • Rochester, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 5 days ago

Decontaminates and sterilizes instruments, medical supplies and equipment, and assembles, wraps and sterilizes trays of instruments....

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Salary for Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in New York

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Highest Education Level

Sterile Supply Technicians in New York offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
27.9%
Associate's Degree
22.4%
Bachelor's Degree
21.9%
High School or GED
19.6%
Master's Degree
4.2%
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 New York
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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