Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Gig Harbor, WA

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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Central Service Technician II-Sterile Processing-Full Time-Day-Capitol Hill

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 21 days ago

Perform and document sterilizer cycles, assuring parameters for sterilization are met. Challenge sterilizer performance with chemical and biological indicators....

Central Service Technician II-Sterile Processing-Full Time-Evening-Capitol Hill

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

Perform and document sterilizer cycles, assuring parameters for sterilization are met. Challenge sterilizer performance with chemical and biological indicators....

Central Sterile Technician I-Sterile Processing--Full Time-Evening-Capitol Hill

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Under general supervision, this position performs a wide variety of tasks related to inventory, decontamination, inspection, maintenance and assembly, sterilization, and coordinated dispensing of general...

Travel Sterile Processing Tech (SPT) job in Seattle, WA - Make $1340 - $1569/wee

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for the following position: Sterile Processing Tech (SPT) in Seattle, WA. We'll work with you to build the healthcare career of your dreams....

Travel Sterile Processing Tech (SPT) job in Seattle, WA - Make $1427 - $1657/wee

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for the following position: Sterile Processing Tech (SPT) in Seattle, WA. We'll work with you to build the healthcare career of your dreams....

Sterile Processing Technician II

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 6 days ago

Required Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent experience.Graduation from a Sterile Processing Program or equivalent on the job training or related military experience.As a condition...

Sterile Processing Technician

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 7 days ago

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible fordecontamination, assembly of linen packs, operation of steam, ETO and otherforms of sterilization....

Sterile Processing Tech Lead

  • Des Moines, WA (19 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Des Moines, WA (19 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 13 days ago

including skin tests), subcutaneous and intramuscular injections Administering medications and vaccinations Managing patient flow, ensuring enough time for patient and family education Preparing and sterilizing...

Sterile Processing Technician

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 20 days ago

Central Services activities include, but are not limited to: decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instrumentation, assembly and delivery of surgical and interventional procedure...

Sterile Processing Tech

  • Tacoma, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 24 days ago

Responsibilities Job Summary Collects appropriate samples for testing, including phlebotomy procedures, venous and capillary punctures, and urine collections for medical and legal testing...

Certified Central Service Technician

  • Auburn, WA (21 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Auburn, WA (21 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

- 10pm - 630am Position Summary The Central Service Technician works as a team member and is responsible for providing support to the total health care team at MultiCare Health System by cleaning, sterilizing...

Sterile Processing Tech

  • Silverdale, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Silverdale, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

hire, OR Current certification as a Certified Sterile Processing Distribution Technician (CSPST) by the Certification Board for Sterile Processing....

Lead Sterile Processing Technician (Weekends)

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

UW Medical Center - Northwest Central Processing has an outstanding opportunity for an LEAD STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN....

Sterile Processing Supervisor

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

The UWMC- Montlake - Central Supplies Processing Department (CSPD) has an outstanding opportunity for a STERILE PROCESSING SUPERVISOR WORK SCHEDULE Full-time (40 hour per week) Evening Shift 3:00pm-...

Central Services Technician / Sterile Processing

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Decontaminate, process, sterilize and assemble complex arrangements of specialized and intricate surgical instruments, equipment and supplies for surgical procedures following...

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Salary for Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Gig Harbor, WA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sterile Supply Technicians in Gig Harbor, WA offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
28.0%
Associate's Degree
22.1%
Bachelor's Degree
21.8%
High School or GED
20.0%
Master's Degree
4.0%
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 Gig Harbor, WA
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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