Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) AV #1

Job Title: Sterile Processing Technician (SPT)
Locations: Elmhurst, NY
Contract Length: 13 Weeks (possible extension / potential contract-to-hire)

Shift Options:

• 1st Shift: 7am-3:30pm (Long Beach, CA)

• 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM

• 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM

Position Summary

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for decontaminating, assembling, sterilizing, and distributing surgical instruments and medical equipment in accordance with national standards and facility protocols. The role supports surgical and clinical teams to ensure safe and efficient patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, inspect, assemble, wrap, and sterilize surgical instruments and trays.

• Operate sterilization systems such as:

  • Autoclaves

  • Washer–disinfectors

  • Ultrasonic cleaners

• Perform and document biological and chemical indicator tests to validate sterilization.

• Maintain accurate instrument tracking and sterilization records.

• Organize, restock, and distribute sterile supplies and equipment to hospital departments.

• Follow strict infection control and safety policies.

• Coordinate with operating room and nursing staff to ensure timely instrument availability.

Required Experience

• Minimum 1 year of recent Sterile Processing experience in a hospital or surgical services setting.

• Strong knowledge of:

  • Instrument identification

  • Sterilization techniques

  • Infection prevention standards

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-based environment.

Required Certifications (Must be active at start)

• CRCST – Certified Registered Central Service Technician (HSPA)

• AHA BLS – Basic Life Support