Processing technician

Job Title: Sterile Processing Technician

Location: Rochester, NY

Duration: 3+ Month Contract (Extendable)

Shift: Mid Shift | 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM

Local Candidates: Accepted

Pay Rate: Local – $29/hour (W2) | Travel – $33.63/hour (40 hours per week)

Job Summary:

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for ensuring all surgical instruments and equipment are properly decontaminated, assembled, inspected, packaged, and sterilized for safe use in patient care. This role supports surgical and procedural teams by maintaining a high standard of aseptic technique, organization, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

• Decontaminate, disinfect, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment following hospital standards.

• Assemble, organize, and inspect instrument trays to ensure proper functionality.

• Use aseptic techniques in handling and preparing sterile supplies.

• Select appropriate wrapping materials and ensure proper labeling.

• Operate sterilization equipment and maintain accurate sterilization records.

• Prepare and manage case carts according to preference cards and surgical schedules.

• Ensure the sterile storage area is clean, organized, and compliant with infection control guidelines.

• Collaborate with operating room staff to ensure timely availability of sterile instruments and supplies.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in sterile processing within an acute hospital OR or ambulatory surgery center .

• Proficiency in decontamination, disinfection, aseptic technique, tray organization, and sterilization wrapping procedures .

• Familiarity with case carts, preference cards, labeling, and instrument tracking systems .

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work efficiently under time-sensitive conditions.

Licenses & Certifications:

• CRCST certification (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) required.

• Current BLS certification (AHA) required.

For more details reach at [email protected] / 518-862-1204

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.