Sterile Processing Technician

MUSC Health Charleston

Charleston, SC

$1,547

per week

Allied Health ProfessionalSterile Processing Technician5x8 Days

Assignment Details

Duration
13 weeks
Start Date
10/5/2026
End Date
1/4/2027
Location
Charleston, SC

Description

Opportunity:

Sterile Processing Tech - Sterile Processing Tech; Sterile Processing Supervisor

Job Details:

• Work 5x8 shifts Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM with holiday rotation
• No weekend requirements
• Will float between Main SPD and CSC depending on needs of the units
• May be required to float or be permanently switched to CSC, Main, or West Campus
• Floating to sister facilities required
• Minimum of three (3) years of sterile processing experience required
• Prior leadership experience required
• Travel experience required
• First-time travelers not accepted
• Level 1 Trauma experience required
• Experience in sterilization, decontamination, and assembly/wrap required
• Preferred case experience includes: Neuro, GU, Robotics, ENT, Ortho, Transplant, and GYN
• Required certifications: CBSPD and/or CRCST HSPA
• Advanced certification (CIS, CER, CHL) preferred
• Familiarity with electronic instrument tracking systems preferred
• Experience as a preceptor or trainer preferred
• Directly supervise Lead Technicians, Tech I, II, III, and Non-Certified Technicians across all SPD work areas including decontamination, prep/pack, sterilization, case carts, and sterile storage
• Provide daily staff assignments based on workload, case volume, and departmental priorities
• Oversee instrument tracking systems, documentation accuracy, and inventory control
• Coordinate daily SPD operations to meet surgical and procedural case demands
• Monitor tray turnaround times, instrument availability, and case cart readiness
• Troubleshoot equipment, instrument, and workflow issues in real time
• Ensure proper segregation of clean and dirty workflows and adherence to infection prevention practices
• Ensure compliance with AAMI ST79, AORN guidelines, CDC recommendations, and regulatory standards
• Audit tray assembly accuracy, count sheets, peel packs, and labeling requirements
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings related to instrumentation, workflow, and quality initiatives
• Monitor adherence to infection control, safety, and universal precautions across the department
• Prepare instrument trays and equipment for sterilization processes
• Perform decontamination and sterilization of instruments, medical supplies, and equipment
• Guaranteed hours: Facility is allowed to call off 1 shift per 2 weeks

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