Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Oregon

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 Certified

  • getMed Staffing
  • Seaside, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Seaside, OR
  • 1 day ago

GetMed Staffing is searching for a strong Certified Sterile Processing Tech to assist our traveler-friendly client. A minimum of 1-2 years of experience is required....

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Travel Sterile Processing Tech

  • KPG Healthcare
  • Seaside, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Seaside, OR
  • 1 day ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking Travel Sterile Processing Techs to fill Travel and Local Contract opportunities throughout our network of hospitals....

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Travel Surgical Tech Certified Sterile Processing Technician SPT

  • OneStaffMedical
  • Seaside, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Seaside, OR
  • 1 day ago

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

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Sterile Processing Unit - Sterile Processing Tech

  • Trusted Health
  • Seaside, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Seaside, OR
  • 1 day ago

Required Skills/Experience:- Endoscope reprocessing, general decontamination, and sterile processing....

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Travel Allied - Sterile Processing Tech

  • Epic Travel Staffing
  • Seaside, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Seaside, OR
  • 1 day ago

Travel Sterile Processing Tech Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel Sterile Processing Tech....

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Senior Sterile Processing Technician

  • Providence St. Joseph Heritage Garden Grove
  • Portland, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 2 days ago

The Tech-Sterile Processing 2 is responsible for the effective cleaning, inspection, maintenance, proper sterilization and distribution of sterile instrumentation and equipment....

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Sterile Processing Tech-Reg

  • Samaritan Health Services
  • Lebanon, OR
  • 3 days ago
  • Lebanon, OR
  • 3 days ago

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION The Sterile Processing team significantly contribute to patient care at Samaritan Health Services by preparing equipment and rooms for surgery....

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Sterile Processing Tech ARRMC

  • Asante Health System
  • Medford, OR
  • 4 days ago
  • Medford, OR
  • 4 days ago

Additional Position Details: FTE: 1.0 | Full Time | We are seeking an Experienced Sterile Processing Tech for a Night Shift Position For this role, both Certified and non-certified Sterile Processing...

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Sterile Processing Tech - Per Diem

  • Shriners Children's
  • Portland, OR
  • 5 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 5 days ago

We have an opportunity for a Per Diem Sterile Processing Tech to join our team....

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Sterile Processing Technician II - Days

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital
  • Salem, OR
  • 5 days ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 5 days ago

Clean, maintain, and troubleshoot sterilization equipment and instrumentation. Provide guidance and training to less experienced sterile processing technicians....

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Central Sterile Technician II- Per Diem

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital
  • Salem, OR
  • 5 days ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 5 days ago

Clean, maintain, and troubleshoot sterilization equipment and instrumentation. Provide guidance and training to less experienced sterile processing technicians....

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Sterile Processing Tech - OR

  • Health Advocates Network, Inc.
  • Hermiston, OR
  • 8 days ago
  • Hermiston, OR
  • 8 days ago

Monitor, interpret, and document results of physical, chemical and biological indicators for all types of sterilizers used in the sterile processing areas....

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Allied - General - Sterile Processing Technician

  • Ingenovis Health
  • Salem, OR
  • 14 days ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 14 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...

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Lead Sterile Processing Technician

  • Providence Health
  • Portland, OR
  • 14 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 14 days ago

Required qualifications: National Certified Registered Central Service Technician - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association upon hire -or- National Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician...

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Sterile Processing Technician

  • TEEMA Group
  • Hermiston, OR
  • 15 days ago
  • Hermiston, OR
  • 15 days ago

Operate sterilization and decontamination equipment safely and effectively. Monitor and document sterilization quality indicators, including biological, chemical, and mechanical testing results....

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Salary for Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Oregon

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Highest Education Level

Sterile Supply Technicians in Oregon 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 Oregon
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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