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Epic Government

Sterile Processing Technician

Epic Government, Bethesda, Maryland, us, 20811

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Sterile Processing Technician – Bethesda, MD Schedule: Various shifts

What you’ll do

Perform

decontamination, cleaning, and inspection

of reusable surgical instruments and medical devices in accordance with IFUs.

Assemble, wrap, and label instrument sets

and trays for sterilization.

Select and operate appropriate

sterilization methods

— including

STERRAD/V-Pro (low‑temperature hydrogen peroxide), Ethylene Oxide (EO), and Steam

— in compliance with IFUs and facility policies.

Conduct and document

sterilization monitoring and quality control

procedures, including

Bowie‑Dick tests, biological indicators, and load records.

Maintain proper

storage and rotation

of sterile supplies to ensure sterility and accessibility.

Build and verify

case carts

for scheduled surgical procedures, ensuring completeness and accuracy.

Apply working knowledge of

microbiology, aseptic technique, and infection prevention

principles.

Adhere to strict

PPE protocols

during decontamination and handling of contaminated materials.

Lift, transport, and handle heavy trays and equipment safely and frequently.

Communicate effectively with Operating Room and clinical departments to meet instrumentation and equipment needs.

Comply with all hospital, regulatory, and infection control standards (AAMI, AORN, CDC, and The Joint Commission).

What you’ll need

Completed a

Central Sterile Supply course or accredited sterile processing program.

Current

CPR certification , and

Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)

credential (IAHCSMM/HSPA) required.

Minimum

2 continuous years of sterile processing

experience within the last 4 years.

Physical ability to lift, push, and move instrument trays and carts routinely.

Position contingent upon contract award with an anticipated fall start date.

Federal Staffing Resources (FSR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud partner in the Federal Government’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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