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Job Title


Sterile Processing Technician


Company : ORTHOPAEDIC & NEUROSURGERY SPECIALISTS P.C.


Location : Poughkeepsie, NY


Created : 2026-04-19


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Who we are: Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing national partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices for the future. As a Management Services Organization (MSO), Spire provides the infrastructure for administrative operations that allows practices to operate at their highest level, so doctors can focus their efforts on what matters most - patient care. Rooted in the 100-plus-year legacy of its founding partners, the network spans the Northeast with 128 physicians, over 1100 employees, and 28 locations from Connecticut, New York, and MassachusettsWhat you'll do: You will be responsible for preparing and assembling medical and surgical supplies, instrumentation, and equipment, maintaining the sterile processing areas, and receiving and distributing surgical supplies and equipment.Responsibilities/Duties: Support the mission, vision, and values of the organization. Follow established protocols for cleaning, decontaminating, preparing and packaging, disinfecting or sterilizing, and storing medical and surgical supplies and equipment. Distribute medical and surgical supplies from sterile processing areas to other areas within the facility or health care organization as needed. Adhere to standard precautions including the use of personal protective equipment. Follow safety procedures and manufacturer's instructions when handling cleaning solutions, supplies and equipment. Operate equipment used in the sterile processing areas safely and according to the manufacturer's instructions for use. Monitor, interpret, and document results of physical, chemical and biological indicators for all types of sterilizers used in the sterile processing areas. Prepare and distribute surgical case carts according to physician's preference lists and anticipated needs of the perioperative team. Inventory, receive, and restock materials used for supporting sterile processing services. Comply with organizational policies, regulatory and accreditation standards, and professional guidelines. Exhibit professional interpersonal and communication skills. Assist with improving the quality of sterile processing services. Assist with identifying pertinent evidence to establish benchmarks as directed. Maintain privacy and confidentiality of individuals and health information.Who you are: Qualifications: Required: High school graduate or equivalentPreferred: One year of sterile processing experience Central Supply Processing Department Technician (CSPDT), or Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) certification Computer skills (eg, Microsoft® PowerPoint, Word, Excel)Working Conditions/Physical Requirements: Physically demanding, high-stress environment Exposure to blood and body fluids, sharp instruments and other devices, communicable diseases, chemicals, and repetitive motions Full range of body motion including handling and lifting instrument trays Manual and finger dexterity Hand and eye coordination Sitting, standing, and walking for extensive periods of time Lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds Corrected vision and hearing to within normal rangeWhat we offer: Excellent growth and advancement opportunities Dynamic environment Access to a diverse network of practitioners Broad infrastructure of tools and programs to enhance the employee experience Competitive Compensation Generous PTO Benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc. We are an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified Applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances (referred to as "protected characteristics").