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Sterile Supply Assistant

  • Syracuse
  • Allied Health
  • Full-time
  • Opening on: Apr 15 2026
  • Sterile Processing
  • State of New York
  • TH Staff Assistant 2, NSSL1
  • 83057
  • UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)
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Job Summary:

Leading the sterilization of surgical instrumentation for the Orthopedic and Spine surgical sets within the department of Sterile Processing. Reporting to Ortho Associate they complete decontaminating, inspecting, assembling, disassembling, packaging and sterilizing reusable surgical sets; operating equipment for the sterilization of complex and simple surgical sets using various methods; recording the monitoring of sterilization and decontamination of equipment; communicating with vendors and surgeons, circulating nurses and surgical technicians regarding preparedness for use of the surgical sets;  recognizing recurring problems and implementing corrective action as needed; severs as the contact person to handle surgical sets needs/problems during surgeries throughout their shift.  This position will be responsible for keeping people updated on changing technology. They will ensure complete and efficient set turnaround times for the following day and trauma readiness for ortho and spine cases.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associates and 2 years of relevant sterilizing reusable surgical sets experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.  Nationally accredited central service technician exam AND current certification administered by a nationally accredited central service technician credentialing organization as a registered central service technician, sterile processing and distribution technician, or possession of a substantially equivalent credential OR Evidence of employment as a Central Service Technician in a Healthcare facility for a cumulative period of one year between January 1, 2011 and January 1, 2015. OR Examination and certification as described above within eighteen months of hire required. Progressive leadership experience required.    Excellent communication and de-escalation skills necessary.

Preferred Qualifications:

Candidates with experience sterilizing Orthopedic and Spine surgical sets preferred

Work Days:

Mon-Fri 3p - 11:30p weekends and holidays rotating based on department need

Message to Applicants:

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.

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