Job Title: Sterile Processing Technician – CWR
Location: Neptune, NJ
Job Type: Contract (No Benefits)
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: 11:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Schedule: 5 days per week; 8 hours per day; 40 hours per week
Weekends: Not Required
Holidays: Not Required
Floating: Not Required
On-Call: Not Required
Experience Required: Minimum 3 Years
Certification: CRCST or CBSPD/CBSPDT
Candidate Type: Local and Traveler Candidates Accepted
Local: $800–$1,000 per week
Traveler: $1,000–$1,300 per week
Note: This job doesn't offer any benefits.
We are seeking an experienced Sterile Processing Technician / Central Supply Technician to support sterile processing operations and operating room case cart preparation at a healthcare facility in the Neptune/Holmdel, New Jersey area.
The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of sterile processing experience, current CRCST or CBSPD/CBSPDT certification, and strong knowledge of surgical instrument decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and infection prevention procedures.
Minimum 3 years of Sterile Processing/Central Processing experience.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of a Sterile Processing/Central Processing course or equivalent hands-on experience.
Current CRCST or CBSPD/CBSPDT certification.
Strong knowledge of surgical instrument processing and sterilization procedures.
Experience with steam sterilization and familiarity with ETO, STERRAD, and STERIS systems.
Knowledge of biological indicators, chemical indicators, Bowie-Dick testing, and sterilization monitoring.
Experience assembling surgical instrument sets and preparing operating room case carts.
Knowledge of infection prevention, Universal Precautions, PPE, and safe handling of contaminated equipment.
Ability to follow manufacturer instructions for use (IFUs).
Strong attention to detail and accurate documentation skills.
Effective communication and collaboration skills.
English proficiency, including speaking, reading, and writing.
Receive, sort, clean, decontaminate, inspect, assemble, package, and sterilize surgical instruments and reusable medical equipment.
Operate steam sterilizers, ETO sterilizers, STERRAD systems, and STERIS equipment as required.
Perform and document biological testing and Bowie-Dick testing.
Interpret and record biological test results and chemical indicators.
Maintain accurate sterilization records, load identification, and documentation.
Review sterilizer printouts and verify compliance with established procedures.
Inspect surgical instruments for cleanliness, functionality, and damage.
Assemble surgical instrument sets according to established procedures and physician preference cards.
Prepare and organize operating room case carts with the required instruments, supplies, and equipment.
Deliver completed case carts to the appropriate operating rooms.
Identify missing instruments and supplies and communicate shortages to the appropriate personnel.
Complete daily checklists and departmental documentation.
Follow infection prevention policies, PPE requirements, and safe equipment-handling procedures.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe sterile processing environment.
Collaborate with operating room staff, nurses, surgical teams, and sterile processing leadership.
Perform other related duties as assigned.