Certified Sterile Processing Tech II - Hospital Surgical Instruments

$21.96 - $30.74 per hour

Mary Washington Healthcare

Start the day excited to make a difference...end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.
Job Summary: The Sterile Processing Technician II is a competent and experienced member of the sterile processing team. This position is responsible for the safe and efficient decontamination, cleaning, inspection, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments, equipment, and medical supplies in accordance with established policies, procedures, and industry standards. The position demonstrates strong knowledge of surgical instrumentation and sterilization methods, supports training of new staff, and assists with workflow and quality improvements to ensure safe, high-quality products for patient care.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
Maintains departmental policies and procedures while following all quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
Decontaminates, cleans, inspects, and assembles surgical instruments and medical devices according to established policies and procedures.
Packages and wraps instruments and supplies using proper techniques to maintain sterility.
Operates, monitors, and performs basic troubleshooting on sterilization equipment, including steam sterilizers, low-temperature systems, ETO sterilizers, and washer-disinfectors.
Performs biological, chemical, and mechanical testing of sterilization cycles and documents results according to quality assurance standards.
Assembles complex surgical trays, specialty sets, code carts, and case carts accurately and efficiently.
Identifies, handles, and assembles specialized and delicate instrumentation used in advanced surgical procedures.
Stores and rotates supplies, equipment, and instrument trays in accordance with departmental procedures and industry standards.
Maintains accurate records for sterilization loads, instrument tracking, and inventory documentation.
Receives requests for patient care equipment and delivers items to units in a timely and customer-focused manner.
Follows all infection prevention practices, standard precautions, and safety guidelines related to chemicals and hazardous materials.
Uses advanced knowledge of instrumentation to support accurate assembly and prioritization of surgical sets. Reports discrepancies to leadership.
Assists in resolving workflow issues, equipment concerns, or deviations related to instrument quality or sterility.
Provides training support to new technicians and serves as a knowledgeable resource on instrumentation, workflow processes, and sterilization methods.
Participates in education programs, in-service training, and process improvement initiatives.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
Current certification in Sterile Processing Technology (CRCST or equivalent) required.
Experience Requirement:
One year of MWHC sterile processing experience OR two years of external SPD I-level experience.
Completion of a Sterile Processing Technician training program preferred.
Demonstrated competence in sterile processing practices, including instrument identification and advanced set assembly.
Demonstrated ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Basic computer skills required; experience with instrument tracking systems preferred.
Ability to operate automated and technical equipment used in sterile processing.

MWHC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status (EOE). We are also committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices and comply with all applicable pay transparency and pay equity laws.
Required
Physical Requirements: Constant (67-100% of workday) use of arms and hands; frequent (34-66% of workday) standing, walking, and sitting; occasional (0-33% of workday) bending, stooping, and squatting; ability to lift 35 lbs.; ability to push and pull up to 20 lbs.; auditory and visual skills to include color determination.
Mental Requirements: Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. Capacity to cope with difficult situations. Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends.
Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards: Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals. Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates.
Compensation Pay Range:
$21.96 - $30.74

Apply

Vacancy posted 1 day ago

Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Certified Sterile Processing Tech II - Hospital Surgical Instruments in Occoquan, VA vacancy

Certified Sterile Processing Tech II - Hospital Surgical Instruments
$21.96 - $30.74 per hour
...knowing you did. Come join our team. Job Summary: The Sterile Processing Technician II is a competent and experienced member of the sterile... ..., assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments, equipment, and medical supplies in accordance with established...
Suggested
Night shift
Afternoon shift
Mary Washington Healthcare
Lorton, VA
2 days ago
Certified Surgical Tech PRN
$34.21 - $47.89 per hour
...have the PRN career opportunities as a Certified Surgical Tech PRN you want with your current... ...and gathering supplies, equipment, and instruments Ensure that surgical asepsis is maintained... ..."Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr....
Suggested
Hourly pay
Temporary work
Relief
Flexible hours
Stone Springs Ambulatory Surgery Center
Fairfax, VA
6 hours ago
Certified Surgical Tech
$34.21 - $47.89 per hour
...volunteering in our communities. As a Certified Surgical Tech with Stone Springs Ambulatory Surgery... ...plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance,... ...and gathering supplies, equipment, and instruments Ensure that surgical asepsis is maintained...
Suggested
Hourly pay
Full time
Temporary work
Part time
Flexible hours
Stone Springs Ambulatory Surgery Center
Fairfax, VA
5 days ago
PRN Certified Surgical Tech
$34.21 - $47.89 per hour
...have the career opportunities as a PRN Certified Surgical Tech you want with your current employer?... ...gathering supplies, equipment, and instruments Ensure that surgical asepsis is maintained... .... "Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr....
Suggested
Hourly pay
Temporary work
Relief
Flexible hours
Fairfax Surgical Center
Fairfax, VA
7 minutes ago
Surgical Technician (Surg Tech)
...ST (often called a scrub tech) works as a part of a surgical team in Operating Rooms as... ...for surgery, passing instruments, providing needed supplies... ...Tech's generally work in a hospital and/or outpatient clinic... ...certification to make them a Certified Surgical Technologist (...
Suggested
Daily paid
Full time
Temporary work
AMN Healthcare
Woodbridge, VA
5 days ago
Surgical Technologist
...Surgical Technologist PSV is seeking a full... ...time OR Surgical Tech to work in their... ...preparation of surgical instruments and equipment,... ...and stocked sterile supply room Helps... ...support for sterile processing, inventory and... ...Experience with EMR Certified Surgical Tech...
Full time
Temporary work
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia
Fairfax, VA
5 days ago
Sterile Processing Tech 2
Inova Fair Oaks Hospital is looking for a dedicated Sterile Processing Technician 2 to join the team. This role will be a Full-time Monday - Friday... ...Responsibilities: * The Sterile Processing Tech 2 decontaminates instruments in a safe and appropriate manner. *...
Full time
Second job
Monday to Friday
Afternoon shift
Inova
Fairfax, VA
1 day ago
Operating Room Technologist II, Women's Health Center
...experienced Women's Health OB/OR Tech! OB Tech - Women's Health... ...TS - Trade School Graduate - Surgical Technology ~3 years... ...Preferred Qualifications: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) -... ...is a 183-bed not-for-profit hospital. We combine the resources of...
Full time
Temporary work
Remote work
Relocation package
Shift work
Night shift
Sentara Health
Woodbridge, VA
1 day ago
Surgical Technologist
...Surgical Technologist CVOR (Surg Tech) Falls Church, VA, United States Job Identification... ...: Inova Fairfax Hospital (On-site) INOVA Fairfax... ...care activities to include instrumentation, equipment and supplies,... ...Life Support upon start Certified Surgical Technologist (CST...
Full time
Remote work
Relocation
Relocation package
Flexible hours
Shift work
Day shift
Direct Jobs
Fairfax, VA
3 days ago
Surgical Technologist 1 (Surg Tech)
...Surgical Technologist 1 (Surg Tech) Fairfax, VA, United States Location: Inova Fair Oaks Hospital Job Identification: 678822 Posting Date: 02/12/... ...which includes passing instruments, sutures, and other items... ...surgical cases. Selects proper sterilization method of instruments/...
Part time
Relief
Local area
Shift work
Night shift
Weekend work
Afternoon shift
Direct Jobs
Fairfax, VA
4 days ago
Nuclear Med Tech
$42.14 - $59 per hour
...opportunities as a Nuclear Med Tech you want with your current... ...for you to join Stone Springs Hospital Center which is part of the nation... ...appropriate resources. II. Commitment to Team Serves... ...Performs and documents daily instrument calibrations. Performs all...
Hourly pay
Full time
Temporary work
Part time
Live in
Local area
Flexible hours
StoneSprings Hospital Center
Fairfax, VA
2 days ago
Surgical Technologist 1 (Surg Tech)
...Inova Fair Oaks Hospital is looking for a dedicated Surgical Technologist 1 to join the OR team. This role will... ...surgeon, which includes passing instruments, sutures, and other items appropriate... ...surgical cases. Selects proper sterilization method of instruments/equipment;...
Full time
Relocation package
Shift work
Night shift
Weekend work
Inova Health System
Fairfax, VA
2 days ago
Surgical Technologist
...COMPANY: KAISER TITLE: Surgical Technologist, On Call, Tysons... ...surgical team by preparing instruments and equipment needed for scheduled... ...room and returns them to sterile processing. Assists in cleaning... ...ambulatory surgery preferred. Certified Surgical Technologist certification...
Local area
Kaiser Permanente
McLean, VA
3 days ago
Certified Nursing Assistant CNA
$725 per month
...Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan * Tuition reimbursement... ...to close within 30 days of the date of the posting. * Our Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA (State Tested Nursing Assistant-STNA in...
Hourly pay
Full time
Temporary work
Part time
Relief
All shifts
Flexible hours
Shift work
Brookdale Senior Living
Woodbridge, VA
1 day ago
Emergency Department Tech
...Time Emergency Department Technician! ED Tech - Emergency Department Sentara... ...2. Successful completion of US Military Hospital Corps School, qualified MMAC candidates OR... ...that require emergent stabilization. Also a certified Primary Stroke Center, we were recently awarded...
Full time
Temporary work
Remote work
Shift work
Night shift
Sentara Health
Woodbridge, VA
1 day ago
Certified Medical Assistant
...exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments according to policy and procedure manual... ...after patient encounter. Sets up for sterile procedures. Enters vital signs into the... ...in a medical office practice or hospital setting. Experience in primary care practice...
Work at office
Broadlands Family Practice
Lorton, VA
2 days ago
Emergency Department Technician I
...Time Emergency Department Technician! ED Tech - Emergency Department Sentara... ...2. Successful completion of US Military Hospital Corps School, qualified MMAC candidates OR... ...that require emergent stabilization. Also a certified Primary Stroke Center, we were recently awarded...
Full time
Temporary work
Remote work
Shift work
Night shift
Sentara Health
Woodbridge, VA
1 day ago
Certified Medical Assistant Floater
$20 - $22 per hour
...Position Overview The Certified Medical Assistant / Front Desk... ...procedures. Clean, stock, and sterilize exam rooms and instruments. Prepare and process lab specimens; perform quality... ...prescription, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity ~ Employee...
Hourly pay
Full time
Work at office
Monday to Friday
Flexible hours
TOMORROW HIRE
Fairfax, VA
1 day ago
Veterinarian :: Small Animal, Large Animal, or Mixed Practice
...Tidewater Veterinary Hospital, LLC | St. Mary's County, Maryland Nestled in scenic and historic St. Mary's County, Maryland, Tidewater... ...in small-animal, large-animal, or mixed-animal practice. Surgical and medical experience appropriate to your interests and level...
Full time
Part time
Flexible hours
Tidewater Veterinary Hospital
Woodbridge, VA
4 days ago
CT Technologist II
...Sentara is currently hiring a CT Technologist II at the Sentara Northern Virginia Medical... ...and advanced practice providers), 12 hospitals in Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina... ...members. Keywords: CAT Scan Technologist, CT Tech, CAT Scan, Talroo - Allied Health,...
Full time
Temporary work
Currently hiring
Remote work
Relocation package
Shift work
Afternoon shift
Sentara Health
Woodbridge, VA
1 day ago
Registered Nurse - Med Surg
$61k - $130k
Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Washington, DC area for the following position: Registered... ...~1 year nursing experience, preferably in a medical-surgical or similar setting ~ BLS (Basic Life Support) certification...
Daily paid
Full time
Part time
Relocation package
Shift work
Night shift
Day shift
Incredible Health
Woodbridge, VA
6 hours ago
MRI Technologist II
...Nights) Overview: Sentara is hiring a MRI Technologist II at the Sentara Northern Virginia Hospital in Woodbridge, Virginia. This is a Full-Time, Night... ...acquisitions) BLS 1-year experience in a Rad Tech position including Radiologic Tech, Nuclear Medicine,...
Full time
Temporary work
Remote work
Relocation package
Shift work
Night shift
Sentara Health
Woodbridge, VA
1 day ago
Associate Veterinarian
...Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at Woodbridge Animal Hospital and you’ll quickly discover that you’re well supported by world... ...We provide a full range of Urgent Care, General Medicine and Surgical services for both dogs and cats. Top-notch preventative, medical...
Full time
VCA Animal Hospitals
Woodbridge, VA
1 day ago
Urgent Care Veterinarian
...Join us as an Urgent Care Veterinarian at Woodbridge Animal Hospital and you’ll quickly discover that you’re well supported by world... ...We provide a full range of Urgent Care, General Medicine and Surgical services for both dogs and cats. Top-notch preventative, medical...
Full time
VCA Animal Hospitals
Woodbridge, VA
3 days ago
Cath Lab Tech
$2,450 - $2,817 per week
...details Work setting Hospital Number of beds 14... ...a skilled Cath Lab Tech for a 13-week travel... ...safety throughout the process. The technologist operates... ...equipment, maintains sterile technique, and... ...proper storage of sterile instruments and medications Adhere...
Temporary work
Shift work
Fusion Medical Staffing
Woodbridge, VA
5 days ago
Operating Room / Surgical Nurse (RN)
$61k - $130k
Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Washington... ...following position: Operating Room / Surgical Nurse (RN). Nurses with experience in... ...preferred ~ Experience with aseptic and sterile techniques ~ Excellent critical...
Daily paid
Full time
Part time
Relocation package
Shift work
Night shift
Day shift
Incredible Health
Woodbridge, VA
6 hours ago
Certified Medical Assistant
$22 - $24 per hour
...required: vital signs, phlebotomy, EKGs, injections. Current and active certification in accordance with the provisions of the certifying Board to include CPR & Phlebotomy certification Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable...
Hourly pay
Local area
Immediate start
Erickson Living
Lorton, VA
4 days ago
Mental Health Professional II - Outpatient Program
$31.1 - $43.54 per hour
...Description Mental Health Professional II - Outpatient Program Fairfax, VA... ...Difference in the Mental Health! Dominion Hospital, the only freestanding mental health facility... ...performs assessments, psycho-education, process groups, treatment planning, discharge...
Full time
Monday to Friday
Shift work
Day shift
Dominion Hospital
Fairfax, VA
14 days ago
Respiratory Therapist II
...Medical Center We just earned Magnet Designation!!!! Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center is a 183-bed not-for-profit hospital located in Woodbridge, Va. We combine the resources of a major health system with the compassionate, personalized care of a...
Full time
Temporary work
Currently hiring
Remote work
Shift work
Day shift
Sentara Health
Woodbridge, VA
1 day ago
Surgical Technologist 3 (Surg Tech)
Surgical Technologist 3 (Surg Tech) Alexandria, VA, United States Job Identification... ...Locations: Inova Alexandria Hospital Job Description: Inova... ...programs, and QI process. Documents evidence of... ...of VA. Certification: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST...
Full time
Remote work
Relocation package
Flexible hours
Afternoon shift
Inova Health
Fairfax, VA
a month ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Certified Sterile Processing Tech II - Hospital Surgical Instruments. Be the first to apply!