Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Norristown, PA

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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Certified Sterile Processing Technician - Pediatrics - St. Christopher's Hospital for Children

  • Tower Health
  • Philadelphia, PA (15 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (15 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 18 hours ago

Perform cleaning, assembling, preparation and sterilizing duties in Central Sterile Processing as directed....

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Sterile Processing Technician

  • Penn Medicine
  • Philadelphia, PA (15 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (15 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Penn Medicine Keyword Location Search view all jobs Sterile Processing Technician - Full Time - Pennsylvania Hospital Philadelphia, PA Posted 2 days ago Apply Now Description Penn Medicine is dedicated...

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Sterile Processing Technician II - Penn Presbyterian / Nights

  • Penn Medicine
  • Philadelphia, PA (15 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (15 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Sterile Processing Technician II - Penn Presbyterian / Nights Penn Medicine - 3.9 Philadelphia, PA Job Details Full-time 4 hours ago Benefits Tuition reimbursement Opportunities for advancement Qualifications...

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Sterile Processing Manager- Chester County Hospital

  • Penn Medicine
  • West Chester, PA (17 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • West Chester, PA (17 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 6 days ago

The Sterile Processing Manager is responsible for the personnel, financial, and operational activities for the Sterile Processing Department....

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Sterile Processing Tech

  • UnitedSurgical
  • Chalfont, PA (12 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chalfont, PA (12 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 7 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Sterile Processing Tech is responsible for cleaning and sterilizing all items pertinent to the operations of the center....

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Sterile Processing Coordinator

  • Bright Horizons
  • Exton, PA (17 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Exton, PA (17 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 8 days ago

for service and maintenance Qualifications Certification in sterile processing 2 years' experience as a sterile processing technician Ability to work within the team Physical stamina required Good communication...

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Sterile Processing Coordinator - Center of Chester County

  • SCA Health
  • Exton, PA (17 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Exton, PA (17 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 15 days ago

for service and maintenance Qualifications Certification in sterile processing 2 years’ experience as a sterile processing technician Ability to work within the team Physical stamina required Good communication...

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Sterile Processing Technician II - Penn Presbyterian Medical Center

  • Penn Medicine
  • Philadelphia, PA (15 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (15 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 18 days ago

Sterile Processing Technician II - Penn Presbyterian Medical Center Penn Medicine - 3.9 Philadelphia, PA Job Details Full-time 16 hours ago Benefits Tuition reimbursement Opportunities for advancement...

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Sterile Processing Technician II

  • Penn Medicine
  • Philadelphia, PA (15 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (15 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 24 days ago

Sterile Processing T his position is located at 3250 South 76th Street, Philadelphia, PA The incumbent supports the Operating Room schedule by decontaminating, inspecting, assembling, packaging, and...

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Certified Sterile Processing Tech

  • Tower Health
  • Pottstown, PA (17 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Pottstown, PA (17 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 27 days ago

Under the direction of the central supply supervisor, cleans, inspects, and assembles equipment and supplies. Provides units/departments with clean, sterile supplies. Employs aseptic technique in...

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Certified Sterile Processing Tech - Pediatrics - St. Christophers Hospital for Children

  • Tower Health
  • Philadelphia, PA (15 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (15 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 27 days ago

Perform cleaning, assembling, preparation and sterilizing duties in Central Sterile Processing as directed....

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Sterile Processing Tech FT

  • Nue Health
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (21 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (21 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 28 days ago

items and package integrity of wrapped sterilized items; replaces items as necessary Places items in correct location Maintains adequate inventory of supplies for the sterile processing area Maintains...

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Certified Sterile Processing Tech - Pediatrics - St. Christopher's Hospital for Children

  • Tower Health
  • Philadelphia, PA (15 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (15 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 29 days ago

Perform cleaning, assembling, preparation and sterilizing duties in Central Sterile Processing as directed....

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Central Sterile Processing Technician - Moorestown Surgery Center

  • Cooper University Hospital
  • Moorestown, NJ (23 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Moorestown, NJ (23 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Previous surgical instrumentation/equipment decontamination and sterilization with familiarity of various instrument sterilization methods required....

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Sterile Processing Tech- Per Diem in ASC (M-F day shift)

  • Surgery Partners
  • Chadds Ford, PA (23 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chadds Ford, PA (23 miles from Norristown, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Title: Sterile Processing Technician - Per Diem The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the care and preparation of surgical instruments and supplies according to AAMI standards....

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Salary for Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Norristown, PA

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Highest Education Level

Sterile Supply Technicians in Norristown, PA 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 Norristown, PA
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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