Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in North Carolina

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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Certified Surgical Tech/Sterile Processing Tech

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 3 days ago

JOB TITLE : Certified Surgical Tech/Sterile Processing Tech GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES : Surgical Technician needed for fast paced ASC. Must be certified and have minimum 2 years experience....

Sterile Processing Manager

  • Durham, NC
  • 8 hours ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 8 hours ago

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of AAMI standards, Association of Professional Infection Control (APIC), and Association of Operating Room Nurses (AORN)....

Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 17 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 17 hours ago

One year above high school that included at least 6 semester hours in health care related courses such as sterile processing, nursing assistant, hospital corpsman, and operating room and surgical technician...

Sterile Processing Tech Cert I

  • Asheville, NC
  • 18 hours ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 18 hours ago

We are looking for a dedicated Sterile Processing Tech Cert I like you to be a part of our team....

Non-Certified Sterile Processing Technician

  • Durham, NC
  • 22 hours ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 22 hours ago

. **2,500 Commitment Bonus for Newly Hired Team Members** General Description of the Job Class A Central Sterile Processing Technician, Non-Certified is responsible for cleaning, decontamination, assembly...

Non-Certified Sterile Processing Technician

  • Durham, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 1 day ago

. **2,500 Commitment Bonus for Newly Hired Team Members** General Description of the Job Class A Central Sterile Processing Technician, Non-Certified is responsible for cleaning, decontamination, assembly...

Sterile Processing Tech, Certified

  • Hendersonville, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Hendersonville, NC
  • 1 day ago

Summary: The Certified Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for cleaning, sterilizing, assembling and storing items in a sterile environment as well as ordering supplies, maintaining par levels...

Sterile Processing Tech

  • Hendersonville, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Hendersonville, NC
  • 1 day ago

Other information: Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent Certification in Sterile Processing and Distribution through the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)or...

Sterile Processing Technician

  • Burlington, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Burlington, NC
  • 1 day ago

The Sterile Processing Technician sterilizes medical equipment and instruments in order to comply with safety standards and provide quality patient care....

Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 2 days ago

processing - nursing assistant - hospital corpsman - and operating room and surgical technician courses or other courses related to the position or (3) Experience/Education Combination Equivalent combination...

Sterile Processing Supervisor

  • North Wilkesboro, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • North Wilkesboro, NC
  • 2 days ago

E ducation Associate's degree in a related field preferred.Two year s of sterile processing leadership experience may be substitutedfor the Associate's degree....

Sterile Processing - Sterile Processing Technician

  • Asheville, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 2 days ago

Location: Mission Hospital - 509 Biltmore Avenue Asheville, NC 28801 ID: 917646 Job Board: EV IND_2 **ReqID:** 917646 **Category:** Sterile Processing **Specialty:** Sterile Processing Technician **...

PRN Sterile Processing Technician - Second Shift

  • Durham, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 3 days ago

North Carolina Specialty Hospital offers surgical specialties in orthopedics, ophthalmology, ear, nose and throat as well as sports medicine, oral, plastic, podiatry, general surgery, interventional...

Travel Sterile Processing Tech

  • Hickory, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 3 days ago

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

Sterile Processing Technician, Intern

  • Gastonia, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Gastonia, NC
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary : To perform a variety of cleaning and related duties as needed and as assigned in the Sterile Processing Department....

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Salary for Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in North Carolina

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sterile Supply Technicians in North Carolina 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
20.1%
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 North Carolina
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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