Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Tennessee

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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Mid-Shift Sterile Processing Technician Clarksville, TN (13-Week Contract)

  • Clarksville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Clarksville, TN
  • 1 day ago

1 year of recent sterile processing experience Knowledge of sterilization techniques, infection control, and surgical instrumentation Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Strong...

year of recent experience in sterile processing Strong understanding of sterilization techniques and medical instrument care Ability to adhere to hospital sterilization protocols and safety standards...

Surgical Instrument Technician

  • Nashville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 2 days ago

Perform decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers and equipment according to instructions for use (IFUs) and established protocols....

Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)

  • Johnson City, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Johnson City, TN
  • 3 days ago

Summary The Medical Supply Technician (MST) is assigned to Sterile Processing Service (SPS) and provides support for all matters of concern relating to procedures for the decontamination, high-level...

Sterile Processing Supervisor

  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago

Oversee decontamination, assembly and sterilization of surgical instruments using Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) standards....

Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)

  • Johnson City, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Johnson City, TN
  • 4 days ago

Summary The Medical Supply Technician (MST) is assigned to Sterile Processing Service (SPS) and provides support for all matters of concern relating to procedures for the decontamination - high-level...

Lead Sterile Processing Tech

  • Powell, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Powell, TN
  • 5 days ago

Oversees the collection, decontamination, processing, sterilization, storage, and distribution of non-disposable instruments and equipment....

Certified Sterile Processing Technician

  • Lebanon, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Lebanon, TN
  • 7 days ago

What qualifications you will need: Cert Sterile Proc/Distrib Tech, or Certified Registered Central Service Technician, or Certified Sterile Processing Technician (CSPT), or Certified Surgical Technician...

Sterile Processing Technician I

  • Morristown, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Morristown, TN
  • 7 days ago

Processing Technician (CRCST) or through CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing Technicians) as a Certified Sterile Processing Distribution Technician (CSPDT) within 2 years of entry-level...

Sterilization Technician (Bilingual)

  • Cookeville, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Cookeville, TN
  • 8 days ago

As a sterilization technician, you will be a part of our back office team responsible for sterilizing instruments, equipment, and rooms....

Sterilization Technician

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 9 days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 9 days ago

Prepares and packages decontaminated supplies for sterilization. Exams supplies meticulously to ensure they are properly cleaned and sanitized....

Sterile Processing Technician Lead

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 10 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 10 days ago

Demonstrated proficiency with all areas of sterile processing including decontamination, cleaning, assembly, wrapping, sterilization, and storage processes within all set professional standards and...

Sterile Processing Technician I

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 10 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 10 days ago

sterile processing washers, sterilizers, ultrasonic and drying cabinets Participate in regular on-site training What You Need to Be Successful A high school diploma or equivalent required....

4854 - 332 - Sterilization Technician

  • New Tazewell, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • New Tazewell, TN
  • 11 days ago

Has responsibility for the movement of products throughout the sterilization process. Monitor the sterilization process for deviations from process specifications....

Sterile Processing Tech, Sterile Processing

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 13 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 13 days ago

STERILE PROC TECH I ID 4253978 Facility Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center Department Name STERILE PROCESSING Overview Sterile Processing Tech, Sterile Processing Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period...

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Sterile Supply Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Tennessee

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sterile Supply Technicians in Tennessee offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
28.0%
Associate's Degree
22.2%
Bachelor's Degree
21.8%
High School or GED
20.0%
Master's Degree
4.1%
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 Tennessee
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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