Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Charleston, SC

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 II - Central Sterile Supply - Roper Hospital

  • Roper St. Francis Health Care
  • Charleston, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 2 days ago

STERILE PROCESSING TECH II: Experience: Two years' experience in preparation, decontamination and sterilization of instrumentation preferred....

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Sterile Processing Supervisor

  • Medical University of South Carolina
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 5 days ago

This role performs instrument production, case assembly, sterile processing, decontamination of surgical instruments in compliance with medical center policies and procedures, state, local and federal...

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Non-Certified Sterile Processing Technician - 3rd Shift

  • MUSC (Med. Univ of South Carolina)
  • Charleston, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 5 days ago

Job Description Summary The Non-Certified Sterile Processing Technician is an entry-level role responsible for assisting with the cleaning, decontamination, and preparation of surgical instruments and...

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Certified Sterile Processing Tech PRN

  • HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 7 days ago

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Certified Sterile Processing Tech PRN you want with your current employer?...

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Certified Sterile Processing Tech PRN

  • HCA Healthcare
  • Charleston, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 7 days ago

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Certified Sterile Processing Tech PRN you want with your current employer?...

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Certified Sterile Processing Tech

  • HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital
  • Mount Pleasant, SC (6 miles from Charleston, SC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, SC (6 miles from Charleston, SC)
  • 7 days ago

Jump-start your career as a(an) Certified Sterile Processing Tech today with HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital....

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Certified Sterile Processing Tech

  • HCA Healthcare
  • Charleston, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 7 days ago

Jump-start your career as a(an) Certified Sterile Processing Tech today with HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital....

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Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)

  • Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
  • Charleston, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 7 days ago

work of the position, or (2) experience that provided a familiarity with medical equipment and supplies AND six months of specialized experience which includes: assist in preparing instruments for sterilization...

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Lead Sterile Processing Technician - 3rd Shift

  • MUSC (Med. Univ of South Carolina)
  • Charleston, SC
  • 11 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 11 days ago

Job Description Summary The Sterile Processing Lead Technician provides day to day guidance and oversight of sterile processing operations to ensures instruments, trays, and equipment are properly decontaminated...

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Sterile Processing Tech III- Weekend Days

  • MUSC (Med. Univ of South Carolina)
  • Charleston, SC
  • 13 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 13 days ago

Processing Association) or CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution)....

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Sterile Processing Tech III - 2nd Shift

  • MUSC (Med. Univ of South Carolina)
  • Charleston, SC
  • 17 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 17 days ago

Processing Association) or CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution)....

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Sterile Processing Tech III- 2nd Shift

  • Medical University of South Carolina
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 19 days ago
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 19 days ago

Processing Association) or CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution)....

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Sterile Processing Technician Certified

  • Novant Health
  • Mount Pleasant, SC (6 miles from Charleston, SC)
  • 26 days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, SC (6 miles from Charleston, SC)
  • 26 days ago

of Registered Nursing, the sterile processing technician is responsible for decontamination, cleaning, assembling, inventory, and sterilizing surgical instrumentation. • Work performed aligns with...

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Sterile Processing Tech III

  • Medical University of South Carolina
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 29 days ago
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 29 days ago

Processing Association) or CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution)....

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Salary for Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Charleston, SC

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Highest Education Level

Sterile Supply Technicians in Charleston, SC 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 Charleston, SC
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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