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Certified Sterile Processing Tech, Evening

University of Maryland Medical SystemTowson, MDFull timePosted 1mo agoStill open, checked every night
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open sterile processing technician jobs in Maryland post a median of $24.30 an hour, the middle half $23.06–$26.39, across 22 jobs that state their pay. Sterile processing technicians employed in Maryland earn a median of $23.40 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

Job Requirements

Schedule Details - 3pm-11:30p

The Certified Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for preparing, sterilizing equipment/instruments and

tracking them in an accurate and timely manner. This role also prepares operating room case carts, sterile

trays and supplies for all areas of the hospital.

STERILE PROCESSING CLINICAL DUTIES: Prepares instrumentation and equipment

for sterile processing. Verifies the sterilization process. Decontaminates and

reprocesses all reusable equipment and instrumentation. Checks equipment for

cleanliness, functional use; inventories and documents the quantity of each instrument

per tray/container and wraps trays and product for sterilization in accordance with

established policies and procedures. Performs required biological and Bowie-Dick tests

on a daily basis and records corresponding results. Records autoclave load contents

and required statistics in a complete and accurate manner. Prepares case carts for the

operating room based surgical needs and supplies.

Work Experience

Education

  • High School Diploma or GED (Required)
  • Vocational / Technical Degree (Preferred)

Certification / Licensure / Registration

  • Sterile Processing Technician Certification (Required)

Experience and Skills

Required Skills: Strong Verbal Communications Skills, Strong Written Communications Skills, Excellent

Interpersonal Skills, Excellent Organizational Skills, Strong Customer Services Skills

From University of Maryland Medical System's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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