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Sterile Processing Technician (Travel Assignment)
Location: Bethpage, NY (Northwell Health)
Duration: 8 Weeks
Shift: 5x7.5 (Days, Evenings & Nights)
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician for a travel assignment at a leading healthcare facility. The ideal candidate will be responsible for cleaning, sterilizing, and maintaining medical instruments to ensure patient safety and compliance with healthcare standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Decontaminate, clean, assemble, sterilize, and store surgical instruments and medical equipment
- Inspect instruments for cleanliness, functionality, and defects
- Operate sterilization equipment such as autoclaves and washer disinfectors
- Maintain accurate documentation and logs for sterilization processes
- Ensure compliance with infection control and safety standards
- Prepare surgical trays and case carts as per procedure requirements
Requirements:
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a Sterile Processing Technician
- Certification required:
- BLS (American Heart Association - AHA)
- Strong knowledge of sterilization techniques and infection control protocols
- Ability to work flexible shifts (Days, Evenings, Nights)
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $1,400.00 - $1,500.00 per week
Benefits:
- Relocation assistance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $1,400 - $1,500