Sterile processing technician Jobs in Jersey City, NJ

We are seeking Sterile Processing Technicians to support the New York Harbor Healthcare System (VA NYHHS) Manhattan Campus . This role is critical to patient safety ensuring that surgical instruments reusable medical devices (RMDs) and patient care equipment are properly cleaned sterilized and maintained .

Technicians will work in the Sterile Processing Service (SPS) department supporting operating rooms (ORs) medical / surgical clinics inpatient units dental services and other procedure areas . The ideal candidates will have experience working in a highvolume hospital or surgical setting and be proficient in decontamination sterilization and instrumentation processes.

Key Responsibilities :

• Decontaminate clean and sterilize surgical instruments trays and flexible endoscopes per manufacturer guidelines.
• Operate automated washers ultrasonic cleaners autoclaves and sterilization equipment .
• Follow AAMI ST79 ANSI VA Directive 1116 CDC guidelines and The Joint Commission (TJC) standards .
• Assemble and inspect instrument trays powered surgical tools and complex RMDs for defects.
• Perform biological testing chemical indicators and quality control measures .
• Maintain accurate documentation using systems like Censitrac eQMS and JPSR for incident reporting .
• Adhere to OSHA safety protocols infection control standards and highrisk protocols (HRPs) .

Schedule & Compensation :

Employee can work up to 60 days within 3 months or 120 days max in 6 months .

Employee Pay Breakdown :

Decontaminate, clean, and sterilize surgical instruments, trays, and flexible endoscopes per manufacturer guidelines. Operate automated washers, ultrasonic cleaners, autoclaves, and sterilization equipment. Follow AAMI ST79, ANSI, VA Directive 1116, CDC guidelines, and The Joint Commission (TJC) standards. Assemble and inspect instrument trays, powered surgical tools, and complex RMDs for defects. Perform biological testing, chemical indicators, and quality control measures. Maintain accurate documentation using systems like Censitrac, eQMS, and JPSR for incident reporting. Adhere to OSHA safety protocols, infection control standards, and high-risk protocols (HRPs).

Education

Certifications : HSPA / IAHCSMM Certification (Healthcare Sterile Processing Association) OR CBSPD Certification (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution) Experience : Minimum 1 year of sterile processing experience in a hospital or surgical setting preferred. Technical Proficiency : Experience operating steam sterilizers, low-temperature sterilization, ultrasonic cleaners, and automated washers. Familiarity with Censitrac tracking software, eQMS, and hospital documentation