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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Sterile Processing Technician - Bayside

  • LifeNet Health
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 2 days ago

HOW YOULL MAKE AN IMPACT As a Sterile Processing Technician, you would be processing all surgical equipment needed for production processing in accordance with defined standard operating procedures...

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Sterile Processing Technician

  • Chippenham Hospital
  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 3 days ago

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

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Sterile Processing Technician 1

  • Inova Health
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 4 days ago

Inova Alexandria Hospital is looking for a dedicated Sterile Processing Technicians to join the team! This role will be Full-time Day Shift: Monday-Friday from 6:00am-2:30pm....

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Medical Supply Tech (Sterile Processing)

  • Veterans Health Administration
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 5 days ago

The Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing Service) [SPS] is a direct report to the Chief of SPS of the Central Virginia VA Health Care System, Fredericksburg Health Care Center, a Complexity...

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Sterile Processing Technician

  • AMN Corporate
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 6 days ago

REQUIREMENTS Sterile Processing Technician, Sterile Processor 2 years of Endoscopy experience required ability to manage inventory and personnel BLS (copy needed) HSPA CRCST or CBSPD CSPDT required...

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Central Sterile Technician

  • PCH Princeton Community Hospital
  • University, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • University, VA
  • 6 days ago

Receives, cleans, decontaminates and sterilizes reusable patient care equipment, instrumentation and supplies....

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Sterile Processing Technician - ASC Chesterfield - Days

  • Virginia Commonwealth University Health System
  • Richmond, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 6 days ago

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

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Sterile Processing Supervisor - ASC Chesterfield - Days

  • Virginia Commonwealth University Health System
  • Richmond, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 6 days ago

to include decontamination, assembly and sterile processing, sterile storage and distribution....

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Sterile Processing Technician - ASC Chesterfield - Days

  • VCU Health
  • Chesterfield, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Chesterfield, VA
  • 8 days ago

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

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Sterile Processing Supervisor - ASC Chesterfield - Days

  • VCU Health
  • Chesterfield, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Chesterfield, VA
  • 8 days ago

to include decontamination, assembly and sterile processing, sterile storage and distribution....

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Sterile Processing Technician

  • Inova
  • VA
  • 8 days ago
  • VA
  • 8 days ago

Job Summary: The Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) is responsible for the decontamination, sterilization, and preparation of surgical instruments and equipment to ensure a safe environment for patients...

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Sterile Processing Technician - Certified

  • University of Virginia
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 9 days ago

As a Sterile Processing Technician - Certified at UVA Health, you will: Perform decontamination, cleaning, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable surgical instruments...

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Sterile Processing Technician - Central Sterile, Part Time, Weekends, Days

  • Washington Hospital, Inc., Mary
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 12 days ago

Job Summary: The Sterile Processing Technician II is a competent and experienced member of the sterile processing team....

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Sterile Processing Manager - Inpatient Surgery - Maryview Medical Center

  • Bon Secours Health System
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 13 days ago

Processing Association (HSPA) (required) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT), Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) (required) Certified...

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Certified Sterile Processing Technician - Richmond Health Source Shared Services

  • Bon Secours Health System
  • Richmond, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 13 days ago

Certified Sterile Processing Technician - Richmond Health Source Shared Services Job Summary: The Sterile Processing Technician Certified, under general supervision, will inspect, clean, assemble, test...

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Salary for Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Virginia

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Highest Education Level

Sterile Supply Technicians in Virginia 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 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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