Central Sterile Tech

Travel Central Sterile Technician

Position Overview

The Travel Central Sterile Technician is responsible for directing, planning, and coordinating the daily operations of the Sterile Processing Department to support surgical and patient care needs. This role ensures proper processing, availability, and distribution of surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies while maintaining quality, efficiency, and cost-effective inventory levels.

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong leadership, organizational skills, and the ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Education

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred:
• Graduation from an accredited surgical technology program or
• Bachelor's degree in Surgical Technology
  

Experience

• Required:
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working with and leading teams
• Preferred:
• At least 2 years of sterile processing experience
• Experience working as a Scrub Tech or Surgical Tech in a hospital setting
  

Certifications

• Preferred (one or more):
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)
• Certified Sterile Processing Department Technician (CSPDT)
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency with computers, software, and web-based applications
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and motivational skills
• Ability to be self-directed, organized, and goal-oriented
• Sound judgment and the ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations
• Analytical skills to evaluate inventory usage and optimize supply levels
• Flexibility to work varied schedules (24/7 coverage, weekends, holidays, on-call) and travel between facilities
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Oversees daily operations of the Sterile Processing Department, including staffing, workflow, and communication
• Ensures timely processing, distribution, and availability of instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Manages inventory levels to meet patient care needs while maintaining cost efficiency
• Tracks and reports inventory transactions accurately
• Trains, develops, and motivates staff to meet departmental and organizational goals
• Adapts communication and behavior to meet the needs of diverse patient populations, including respect for privacy and appropriate patient interaction
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, accreditation standards, and facility policies
• Adheres to the organization's Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct
• Performs other related duties as assigned
  
  

This description reflects the general scope of the role and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Physical Demand Level: Heavy Work
• Ability to lift 50–100 lbs occasionally, 25–50 lbs frequently, and/or 10–20 lbs constantly
• Requires prolonged standing, walking, lifting, pushing, and pulling
• Routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and specimens
• Occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases
• Potential exposure to hazardous medications and hazardous waste
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.