Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Virginia

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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Location: Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center - 4600 Spotsylvania Pkwy Fredricksburg, VA 22408 ID: 948735 Job Board: EV IND_2 **ReqID:** 948735 **Category:** Sterile Processing **Specialty:** Sterile...

Sterile Processing Technician Central Sterile Processing Days

  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago

This includes decontamination of surgical instruments and sterilization of instruments, supplies and equipment....

Sterile Processing Technician - Surgical Services

  • Warrenton, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Warrenton, VA
  • 1 day ago

How youAll contribute A Sterile Processing Technician who excels in this role: Collects, decontaminates, stores, and distributes all reusable supplies and patient are equipment within the hospital....

Sterile Processing Tech Cert

  • Ashburn, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Ashburn, VA
  • 1 day ago

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

Sterile Processing Tech Cert

  • Dulles, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Dulles, VA
  • 1 day ago

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

Sterile Processing Technician - Central Sterile, Full Time

  • Stafford, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Stafford, VA
  • 2 days ago

Cleans, decontaminates, inspects, assembles, packages and sterilizes instrumentation of all departments according to established policies and procedures....

Description Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Sterile Processing Technician Certified II you want with your current employer?...

Certified Sterile Processing Technician

  • Reston, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 4 days ago

Come join our team as a(an) Certified Sterile Processing Technician. We care for our community!...

Serves as a technical resource to the Sterile Processing Technicians. Decontaminates and sterilizes all instruments and equipment according to procedures....

Sterile Processing Technician

  • Salem, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Salem, VA
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications As a Sterile Processing Technician, youll play a critical role in delivering safe, high-quality surgical care by making sure every instrument is thoroughly cleaned, sterilized...

Sterile Processing Technologists possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combine the knowledge of surgical instrumentation, and proper sterilization processes...

Sterile Processing Technician Certified Lead

  • Salem, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Salem, VA
  • 6 days ago

Appropriately utilizes supplies and other resources related to the patient care supplies, instruments, and equipment; Performs the decontamination, disinfecting and sterilization process....

Sterile Processing - Sterile Processing Technician

  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 6 days ago

$1,398/wk Sterile Processing - Sterile Processing Technician (STT10498) Details Facility Your Paycheck Getting the Job Why HealthTrust?...

Certified Sterile Processing Tech PRN

  • Haymarket, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Haymarket, VA
  • 6 days ago

We are seeking an experienced sterile processing tech to join our team. The Sterile Processing Technician, SPD, maintains and cares for all surgical instruments....

Sterile Processing Tech - NRV

  • Christiansburg, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Christiansburg, VA
  • 7 days ago

How Youll Help Transform Healthcare: Decontaminates, assembles, sterilizes, and distributes instruments, supplies, and equipment for patient care....

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Sterile Supply Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Virginia

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sterile Supply Technicians in Virginia 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
19.9%
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 Virginia
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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