Sterile Processing Technician in Portland, Oregon at Capital Surgical Solutions LLC

An exciting new orthopedic surgery center is coming to Portland, and we are looking for an experienced Sterile Processing Technician to join our growing team.

At Portland Orthopedic Surgery Center, every successful procedure begins behind the scenes. In this role, you will be an essential part of the surgical team, ensuring our physicians and clinical staff have the clean, complete, and properly sterilized instruments they need to provide safe, efficient patient care.

If you are detail-oriented, dependable, and take pride in keeping surgical operations running smoothly, we would love to hear from you.

• Decontaminate, inspect, assemble, package, sterilize, and store surgical instruments and equipment.
• Prepare instrument trays, surgical packs, and case carts for orthopedic procedures.
• Manage orthopedic instrumentation, implant sets, and vendor loaner trays.
• Follow manufacturers’ instructions for use, AAMI standards, and center policies.
• Perform and document biological, chemical, and Bowie-Dick testing.
• Review sterilization records and respond appropriately to failed or questionable loads.
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness, damage, and proper function.
• Maintain accurate sterilization, tracking, and equipment-maintenance records.
• Monitor inventory and help ensure supplies are available when needed.
• Keep decontamination, preparation, and sterile-storage areas clean, organized, and compliant.
• Assist with operating room turnover and support the surgical team as needed.
• Help train and support newly hired Sterile Processing Technicians.

Required qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of sterile processing experience in an acute-care or ambulatory surgery environment.
• Working knowledge of surgical instruments, decontamination, and sterilization methods.
• Ability to follow detailed written instructions and maintain accurate documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and teamwork.

Preferred qualifications:

• Current CRCST certification through HSPA or CSPDT certification through CBSPD.
• Experience in an ambulatory surgery center.
• Experience with orthopedic instrumentation, implants, and vendor loaner sets.
• CIS certification or another advanced sterile-processing credential.

• Be part of the opening team for a new orthopedic surgery center.
• Work alongside experienced orthopedic surgeons and healthcare professionals.
• Play a direct role in patient safety and surgical excellence.
• Join a collaborative environment where every team member’s contribution matters.
• Help establish the processes, standards, and culture of a growing organization.
• Opportunities for professional development and continued growth.

This position requires standing and walking for most of the shift, repetitive hand movements, fine-motor dexterity, pushing and pulling loaded case carts, and lifting instrument trays and supplies. Team members must be able to work around heat, steam, humidity, cleaning agents, and processing equipment.

Schedules may vary based on surgical volume and may include early mornings, late cases, or occasional overtime.

If you are passionate about patient safety, surgical quality, and being part of a team that takes pride in doing things the right way, apply today to join Portland Orthopedic Surgery Center.

Portland Orthopedic Surgery Center is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities.