Sterile Processing Associate II - New York, NY - AK 26-13247

Job Title: Sterile Processing Associate II Location: New York, NY Job Type: Contract Duration: 9 Weeks Shift & Schedule: Day Shift | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Monday–Friday | 40 Hours/Week Local Candidates Required: Yes Traveler Candidates Required: Yes Pay Rate: $44 – $46/hr Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Sterile Processing Associate II to perform decontamination, sterilization, inspection, assembly, and preparation of surgical instruments and equipment. Required Qualifications • CRCST certification required. • 1–2 years of sterile processing experience with demonstrated competency. • High school diploma or equivalent. • Knowledge of decontamination, disinfection, cleaning, and sterilization methods. • Experience with surgical instrumentation, instrument assembly, packaging, and sterilization. • Experience with instrument tracking systems; Horizon Surgical Manager experience preferred/required per role duties. • Intermediate Microsoft Office skills. • Strong manual dexterity, visual and aural acuity, and physical stamina. • Ability to lift, push, pull, and move supplies and equipment. • Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment and follow written and oral instructions. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. • Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays. Responsibilities • Perform cleaning, decontamination, disinfection, and sterilization of surgical instruments, power equipment, and endoscopes. • Disassemble, inspect, clean, and troubleshoot instruments and cleaning equipment. • Prepare, assemble, inspect, package, wrap, seal, and label general and specialty surgical instrument sets. • Verify instrument functionality, sharpness, integrity, and completeness. • Perform sterilization processes and monitor mechanical and chemical indicators. • Maintain accurate sterilization documentation and instrument tracking records. • Scan and record processed instruments, tasks, transactions, and surgical sets. • Follow infection-control guidelines when transferring, storing, and transporting sterile packages. • Prepare and dispatch surgical cases according to operating room schedules and preference cards. • Select and deliver appropriate medical/surgical supplies and instrument trays to operating rooms. • Maintain OSHA safety standards and follow proper handling procedures for chemicals and detergents. Skills: Cleaning Equipment, Communication Skills, Functional Testing, Identify Issues, Instrumentation, Interpersonal Skills, Medical Products, OSHA, Safety Standards, Sterilization, Surgical Supplies, Willing to Travel Compu-Vision - Northeast