Sterile Processing Technician
North Charleston, South Carolina
Consolidated Services Center

Job Opportunity: Sterile Processing Tech (SPT)

Location: North Charleston, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: 5x8s, 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM (Monday - Friday) with holiday rotation
• Weekend Requirement: No
• Floating: Yes, may float within scope to meet facility needs, including sister facilities and possibly permanent switch to other campuses
• Level 1 Trauma Center experience required
• Types of cases preferred: Neuro, GU, robotics, ENT, ortho, transplant, GYN

Requirements/Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Sterile Processing Technician
• Sterile Processing Technician experience within the last year
• National certification: CBSPD or HSPA required
• Experience working with Level 1 Trauma patients

Certifications & Licenses

• BLS: Not required for this position
• Physical Assessment: Must complete and sign a "Physical Assessment for Sterile Processors" by a licensed medical provider within 1 year of start
• Fit Mask: N95 fit test within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually (specific mask types required)
• Immunizations & Health Requirements:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days of start or proof of prior positive with chest x-ray
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: Positive titer or vaccination series with boosters as needed
  • Hepatitis B: Titer, vaccine series, or declination required
  • Flu vaccine required during flu season (Aug 1 - Apr 30) or medical/religious exemption (no declinations accepted)
  • COVID vaccines highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
• Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• Physical Exam: Initial and updated annually, attesting ability to meet physical demands

Additional Requirements

• Proof of 2 clinical references (hospital evaluations accepted)
• Complete employment application/resume with all PTO, contract assignments, agency names, and no unaccounted gaps
• Background checks including:

  • 7-year history with SSN trace, statewide, national criminal, sex offender registry, FACIS 3, and international searches if applicable
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• Education verification required; diploma or transcripts accepted as placeholder if needed
• Copy of Driver’s License and Social Security Card required
• Clear, passport-style photo for badge (frontal view, business casual attire)
• Completion of facility-specific orientation modules prior to start (approx. 2 hours)
• Competency exams and medication/pharmacology competency as applicable

Facility Highlights

• Level I Trauma Center, Teaching Facility, Magnet Hospital
• 820 staffed beds
• Parking fee applies nights and weekends only

Important Notes

• Travelers may be assigned to emergency response teams during hurricane season (June - November), especially August and September
• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Locals accepted on a case-by-case basis

Summary

This is a travel contract opportunity for an experienced Sterile Processing Tech with at least 2 years of relevant experience, trauma center exposure, and required national certification. The role involves evening shifts with no weekend requirement but includes floating responsibilities. Comprehensive health, background, and credentialing requirements must be met prior to start.