Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Seattle, 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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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...

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...

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

Central Services Technician / Sterile Processing

  • Bothell, WA (11 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Bothell, WA (11 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 21 hours ago

CENTRAL SERVICES TECHNICIAN / STERILE PROCESSING Req #:245520 Department:UW MEDICAL CENTER - MONTLAKE - CENTRAL PROCESSING Job Location:UW Medical Center - Montlake Posting Date:06/13/2025 Closing Info...

Certified Central Service Technician

  • Auburn, WA (21 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Auburn, WA (21 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 3 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...

Certified Sterile Processing Technician - Per Diem

  • Covington, WA (20 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Covington, WA (20 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 5 days ago

Variable plus call 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...

Central Service Technician-Sterile Processing-Full Time-Bellevue-Evening

  • Bellevue, WA (5 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (5 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 5 days ago

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

Senior Sterile Processing Technician

  • Redmond, WA (10 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Redmond, WA (10 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 6 days ago

Processing Technician Schedule: Full time, Monday - Friday Location: Redmond, Washington Job description: The Senior Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for: decontamination, assembly, and...

Senior Sterile Processing Technician

  • Redmond, WA (10 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Redmond, WA (10 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 6 days ago

Senior Sterile Processing Technician Schedule: Full time, Monday Friday Location: Redmond, Washington Job description: The Senior Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for: decontamination, assembly...

Certified Sterile Processing Technician (Full Time / Days)

  • Bellevue, WA (5 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (5 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 7 days ago

Pay range: $25.42 - $38.13 $5,000 Sign-on Bonus for Certified Sterile Processing Technician Overlake Hospital is seeking a Certified Sterile Processing Technician for the Sterile Processing Department...

Certified Sterile Processing Technician (Full Time / Nights)

  • Bellevue, WA (5 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (5 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 9 days ago

Pay range: $25.42 - $38.13 $5,000 Sign-on Bonus for Certified Sterile Processing Technician Overlake Hospital is seeking a Certified Sterile Processing Technician for the Sterile Processing Department...

Sterile Processing Technician

  • Seattle, WA
  • 11 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 11 days ago

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for all task-based Central Services activities....

Sterile Processing Tech

  • Silverdale, WA (19 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Silverdale, WA (19 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 12 days ago

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

Travel Sterile Processing Tech

  • Seattle, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 12 days ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking Travel Sterile Processing Techs to fill opportunities throughout our network of hospitals....

Lead Sterile Processing Technician (Weekends)

  • Bothell, WA (11 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Bothell, WA (11 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 13 days ago

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

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Salary for Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Seattle, WA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sterile Supply Technicians in Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, 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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