Sterile Processing Technician

Job Description

Join a Leading Orthopaedic Team in Maine — Now Hiring a Sterile Processing Technician

Location: Portland, ME

Schedule: Monday–Friday Weekly Rotating Shifts: 6:30am–3:00pm, 7:30am–4:00pm, 8:30am–5:00pm

Are you passionate about patient safety, surgical precision, and being part of a high-performing healthcare team?

Orthopaedic Associates of Maine is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to join our fast-paced, collaborative surgery center in Portland.

About the Role:

As a Sterile Processing Technician, you’ll play a vital role in surgical outcomes by ensuring instruments and equipment are cleaned, sterilized, and ready for use. You’ll coordinate closely with surgical technologists and OR staff to anticipate daily needs and ensure smooth surgical operations.

️ What You’ll Do:

Decontaminate, inspect, assemble, sterilize, and distribute surgical instruments and trays

Ensure compliance with infection control and sterilization standards

Monitor sterilization equipment and maintain accurate records

Support the OR team by anticipating instrumentation needs based on the surgical schedule

Assist with equipment troubleshooting, storage, and inventory maintenance

Promote a safe, sterile, and efficient environment for patients and staff

What You Bring:

High school diploma or equivalent

Sterile processing experience preferred

Sterile Processing Certification (CRCST) or willingness to obtain within 1 year of hire

Strong working knowledge of instrument processing, infection control, and surgical equipment

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and a team-first attitude

Physical & Environmental Requirements:

Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching

Ability to lift up to 20 lbs occasionally

Exposure to biohazardous materials and sterilization chemicals

Operation of autoclaves, washers, and standard office equipment

Why Orthopaedic Associates of Maine?

Supportive, mission-driven team

Competitive pay & benefits package

Daytime shifts — no overnights or weekends

Opportunity to grow your skills and pursue certification

Full-time