Sterile Processing Technician - Charlotte

Required Skills & Experience

• • 3-5+ years of robotic surgical instrumentation sterile processing
• Comfortable in a hands-on, decontamination role
• Current HSPA or CBSPD certification
• Ability to work off-hours / weekends / travel as-needed

Job Description

• Minimum 35 hours/week guaranteed – expected hourly commitment between 35-50+ hours/week depending on volume
• Overtime may be required (typically 5–10 hours/week during peak periods, potential for more on heavier weeks)
• Flexible schedule aligned to facility needs – potential evenings, nights and weekends required
• Travel will be required for training period and to support site coverage on an as-needed basis
• Work hours and shifts vary by facility

The Certified Sterile Processing Technician II supports safe, efficient surgical services by executing the decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and equipment. This role requires strong technical expertise, adaptability, and strict adherence to regulatory, safety, and infection control standards while supporting multiple facilities as needed.

• Execute the decontamination, disinfection, and sterilization of surgical instruments in accordance with infection control standards, internal procedures, and manufacturer IFUs
• Inspect, sort, assemble, and organize surgical instrument sets per count sheets and departmental standards
• Prepare and package instrument trays using approved sterilization methods, including wraps and rigid containers
• Operate sterile processing equipment including ultrasonic cleaners, washer-decontaminators, and cart washers
• Maintain accurate logs and records to ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements
• Identify, isolate, and escalate damaged, missing, or malfunctioning instruments and equipment
• Prepare, deliver, and retrieve case carts and supplies to support surgical cases and procedural needs
• Respond to real-time instrumentation and supply requests from operating room and clinical teams
• Reprocess expired items and ensure proper labeling, tracking, and sterility integrity
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant sterile processing environment while rotating through assigned functional areas
• Communicate workflow challenges, delays, or risks to leadership in a timely manner
• Support team operations by serving as a resource and mentor to junior staff or new hires as needed
• Transport instruments and materials using approved handling and delivery protocols