Tech Sterile Processing Tech

Job Title
• Sterile Processing Tech - Central Supply

Location
• Burlington, VT

Schedule / Job Type
• Mids (Evening/Night) shift, Contract for approximately 26-32 weeks

Key Responsibilities
• Perform decontamination, preparation, and sterilization of surgical instruments and endoscopes including robotic, laparoscopic, and other specialty scopes
• Operate sterilizers, including steam and low-temperature sterilization equipment, and maintain high levels of instrument reprocessing standards
• Manage loaner trays and be familiar with various scopes like Olympus, da Vinci, and others
• Ensure efficient processing times: less than 7 minutes for minor sets, under 4 minutes for dental sets, 15 minutes for orthopaedic trays
• Work as a float tech, covering multiple service lines such as robotics, cardiovascular, ENT, neuro, dental, and urology, among others
• Participate in bi-weekly orientations and work 2 out of 4 holidays, including major federal holidays when scheduled
• Maintain compliance with facility protocols and document all work accurately in the electronic medical record system

Required Qualifications
• CRCST (HSPA) certification required; other certifications like CER, CIS, or CHL are a plus but not essential
• Minimum 5 years of experience in sterile processing within a hospital setting
• At least 2 prior travel assignments of 13 weeks or more within a facility managing 20+ operating rooms
• Experience in a high-volume academic medical center preferred
• Proven competence in decontamination, sterilization, and endoscope reprocessing
• Familiarity with Olympus scopes, washer/disinfectors, and loaner tray management
• Experienced with robotic surgeries, specifically DaVinci Xi, and handling delicate instrument sets

Preferred Experience / Skills
• Service line experience across multiple specialties
• Knowledge of scheduling and processing of varied surgical instruments and scopes
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities

Why Join Us
• Opportunity to work in a well-established healthcare facility offering consistent, long-term contracts
• Join a dedicated team focused on patient safety and surgical excellence in a vibrant community

Additional Notes
• Reliable transportation is strongly recommended, as public transit is not accessible in this area
• Ensure all employment gaps over 90 days are explained in your application
• Complete employment history details including facility type, bed count, and EMR system are required for submission
• Orientation will be held bi-weekly, with next session on 11/17

Disclaimers
• All work is in Burlington, VT, and candidates must have reliable transportation
• No block scheduling; shifts are assigned based on operational needs
• Must be able to work flexible schedule including weekends and holidays