Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Washington, 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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Travel Sterile Processing Tech (SP Technician)

  • Epic Travel Staffing
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 7 hours ago

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

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Sterile Processing Technician

  • Supplemental Health Care
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 14 hours ago

week* 13-week contract with possibility to extend 40 hours per week Duties include, but are not limited to, decontaminating, cleaning, sterilizing, and assembling instruments, as well as managing inventory...

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Sterile Processing Tech

  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 1 day 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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Sterile Processing Technician Associate / Teamsters JH

  • Highmark Health
  • Jefferson Hills, PA (19 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Jefferson Hills, PA (19 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 9 days ago

This role works under direct supervision, learning and applying the principles of sterile processing to maintain a safe and effective healthcare environment....

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Central Processing Technician / SEIU - D (Nights) I AGH

  • Highmark Inc.
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 15 days ago

Preferred Sterile processing or six months experience in a hospital setting preferred....

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Central Processing Technician / SEIU - D (Nights) I AGH

  • Highmark Health
  • Pittsburgh, PA (24 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (24 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 16 days ago

Preferred Sterile processing or six months experience in a hospital setting preferred....

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Central Sterile Processing Technician - East Side Surgery Center

  • UPMC Health System
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 19 days ago

The Central Sterile Processing Technician will perform those duties necessary for the proper decontamination, cleaning, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, distribution and documentation...

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Central Sterile Processing Technician, Sr., UPMC

  • UPMC
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 21 days ago

Certified & Experienced (1+ year) Central Sterile Processing Technician hires are eligible for up to a $10,000 sign-on bonus (limited-time enhanced offering)!...

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Central Sterile Processing Technician, Sr.

  • UPMC
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 23 days ago

Certified & Experienced (1+ year) Central Sterile Processing Technician hires are eligible for up to a $10,000 sign-on bonus (limited-time enhanced offering)!...

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Sterile Processing Technician Associate (Nights) I WPH

  • Highmark Health
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 23 days ago

This role works under direct supervision, learning and applying the principles of sterile processing to maintain a safe and effective healthcare environment....

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Sterile Processing Technician - Travel - (Strl Proc Tech)

  • AMN Healthcare Allied
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 26 days ago

Sterile Processing Technician, sterile processor, allied, allied health, healthcare, health care, hospital, patient care, medical...

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Sterile Processing Technician

  • NexGen Environmental
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

Sterile processing or hospital setting experience. Enrollment in a surgical tech / sterile processing program....

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Central Sterile Processing Associate

  • UPMC
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 60+ days ago

Follow all sterile processing, decontamination, infection control, and safety standards....

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Sterile Processing Technician I West Penn Hospital

  • Highmark Health
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from Washington, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

GENERAL OVERVIEW: This role is responsible for decontaminating, cleaning, assembling, sterilizing, and distributing surgical instruments and equipment....

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Salary for Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Washington, PA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sterile Supply Technicians in Washington, 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 Washington, 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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