Sterile Processing Technician

Join a Leading Orthopaedic Team in Maine — Now Hiring a Sterile Processing TechnicianLocation: Portland, MESchedule: Monday–Friday | Weekly Rotating Shifts: 6:30am–3:00pm, 7:30am–4:00pm, 8:30am–5:00pmAre you passionate about patient safety, surgical precision, and being part of a high-performing healthcare team?Orthopaedic Associates of Maine is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to join our fast-paced, collaborative surgery center in Portland.About the Role:As a Sterile Processing Technician, you’ll play a vital role in surgical outcomes by ensuring instruments and equipment are cleaned, sterilized, and ready for use. You’ll coordinate closely with surgical technologists and OR staff to anticipate daily needs and ensure smooth surgical operations.️ What You’ll Do:Decontaminate, inspect, assemble, sterilize, and distribute surgical instruments and traysEnsure compliance with infection control and sterilization standardsMonitor sterilization equipment and maintain accurate recordsSupport the OR team by anticipating instrumentation needs based on the surgical scheduleAssist with equipment troubleshooting, storage, and inventory maintenancePromote a safe, sterile, and efficient environment for patients and staff What You Bring:High school diploma or equivalentSterile processing experience preferredSterile Processing Certification (CRCST) or willingness to obtain within 1 year of hireStrong working knowledge of instrument processing, infection control, and surgical equipmentBasic Life Support (BLS) certificationExcellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and a team-first attitudePhysical & Environmental Requirements:Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reachingAbility to lift up to 20 lbs occasionallyExposure to biohazardous materials and sterilization chemicalsOperation of autoclaves, washers, and standard office equipmentWhy Orthopaedic Associates of Maine? Supportive, mission-driven team Competitive pay & benefits package Daytime shifts — no overnights or weekends Opportunity to grow your skills and pursue certificationHigh school diploma or equivalentSterile processing experience preferredSterile Processing Certification (CRCST) or willingness to obtain within 1 year of hireStrong working knowledge of instrument processing, infection control, and surgical equipmentBasic Life Support (BLS) certificationExcellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and a team-first attitude #J-18808-Ljbffr