Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Bowie, MD

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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Travel Surgical Tech Certified Sterile Processing Technician SPT

  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 1 day ago

THE POSITION: Sterile Processing Technicians operate the sterilizing equipment such as the autoclave that sterilizes equipment, gloves, and needles....

Sterile Processing Tech Level II

  • Silver Spring, MD (14 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (14 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 7 hours ago

Responsibilities: Decontamination, cleaning, processing, and sterilization of supplies and equipment dispensed by the department following established infection control practices....

Central Sterile Processing Tech II

  • Silver Spring, MD (14 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (14 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 7 hours ago

Responsibilities: Decontamination, cleaning, processing, and sterilization of supplies and equipment dispensed by the department following established infection control practices....

Sterile Processing Tech

  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 18 hours ago

Sterile Processing Techs document, inspect, and decontaminate medical instruments and devices and you must have a comprehensive understanding of sterilization as well as a strong attention to detail...

Sterile Processing Tech (SPT) Surgical Services

  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 1 day ago

.* Sterile Processing Tech (SPT) Surgical Services in Baltimore, MD LeaderStat is currently seeking a Sterile Processing Tech (SPT) Surgical Services for a(n) 13 week contract in MD....

Sterile Processing Tech

  • Columbia, MD (16 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (16 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Our surgery center is seeking a motivated Sterile Processing Technician to join our team....

Sterile Processing Tech CRCST Days

  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Sterile Processing Load and operate washers, dryer, ultrasonic cleaner, sterilizers and cart wash machines....

Sterile Processing Tech Trainee

  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Must obtain CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution) or Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or IAHCSMM (International Association of Healthcare Central Service...

Sterile Processing Supervisor

  • Arlington, VA (20 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (20 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 8 days ago

Position Title Sterile Processing Supervisor Job Description Purpose & Scope: The Supervisor of Central Sterile Processing supervises and coordinates the activities of personnel engaged in collecting...

Sterile Processing Manager

  • Arlington, VA (20 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (20 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 8 days ago

Position Title Sterile Processing Manager Job Description Purpose & Scope: The Sterile Processing Manager will have oversight for all activates associated with the VHC Health System Sterile Processing...

Sterile Processing Technician II

  • Arlington, VA (20 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (20 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 8 days ago

Position Title Sterile Processing Technician II Job Description Purpose & Scope: Responsible for cleaning and decontaminating medical equipment and instrumentation; preparing sterile procedure trays...

Sterile Processing Technician III, Outpatient Pavilion

  • Arlington, VA (20 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (20 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 8 days ago

Position Title Sterile Processing Technician III, Outpatient Pavilion Job Description Purpose & Scope: Responsible for cleaning and decontaminating medical equipment and instrumentation; preparing sterile...

Sterile Processing Technician III

  • Arlington, VA (20 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (20 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 8 days ago

Position Title Sterile Processing Technician III Job Description Purpose & Scope: Responsible for cleaning and decontaminating medical equipment and instrumentation; preparing sterile procedure trays...

Mgr - Sterile Processing

  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 10 days ago

Endoscope Reprocessor (CFER), and Certified in Sterile Processing Management (CSPM) through Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)....

Sterile Processing Technician, Part-Time, Tysons Corner

  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 14 days ago

The Sterile Processing Technician is assigned full performance level duties to include decontamination, preparation, sterilization, maintenance and distribution of sterilized instruments and medical...

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Salary for Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Bowie, MD

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Highest Education Level

Sterile Supply Technicians in Bowie, MD offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
27.9%
Associate's Degree
22.1%
Bachelor's Degree
21.8%
High School or GED
20.2%
Master's Degree
4.1%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
1.3%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sterile Supply Technicians in Bowie, MD
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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