Sterile Processing Technician
North Charleston, South Carolina
Consolidated Services Center

Job Opportunity: Sterile Processing Tech

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

Job Details

• Shift: Evening, Monday to Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM (5x8 hours)
• Weekend Requirement: No
• Floating: May be required to float within scope to sister facilities or other campuses
• Guaranteed Hours: Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Local Radius: 60 miles; local candidates considered case-by-case

Facility Highlights

• Level I Trauma Center
• Teaching Facility
• Magnet Hospital
• Total Staffed Beds: 820
• Parking: Nights and weekends only; one-time $20 parking pass

Note: During hurricane season (June–November, peak in August and September), all employees and contractors may be assigned to emergency response teams. Confirm availability accordingly.

Required Qualifications

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

Licensure & Certifications

• Must have active, unencumbered license/certification relevant to Sterile Processing Tech role
• Primary source verification required
• Background checks including criminal, sex offender registry, and employment verification for past 7 years
• Fit test for N95 mask (specific models) required within 90 days prior to start and annually thereafter
• Radiation badge may be required depending on unit assignment
• Required health and safety certifications as applicable

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical assessment specific for Sterile Processing Techs, completed and signed by a licensed provider within 1 year of start
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP) and Complete Blood Count (CBC) with differential required due to chemical exposure risk
• Annual physical exam attesting ability to meet physical demands of the position
• Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days or chest X-ray if prior positive
• Required immunizations or proof of immunity (Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Tdap within 10 years or declination form)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or medical/religious exemption required during flu season
• COVID-19 vaccination highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
• 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start

Documentation & Compliance

• Copy of Driver’s License and Social Security Card required
• Education verification or diploma/transcripts specifying area of study preferred
• Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Complete employment application/resume including all PTO, contract assignments, agency names, and no unaccounted gaps
• Photo for badge: clear, passport-style, frontal view, business casual attire, no hats or sunglasses; must be submitted by Wednesday prior to start
• Completion of facility-specific orientation modules prior to start (approx. 2 hours)
• Annual competency exams and medication/pharmacology competency as applicable
• Radiation badge ordering process may take 5-7 days; candidates cannot start without badge if required

Additional Notes

• Floating or permanent reassignment to other campuses may be required
• Facility allows call-offs but guarantees most scheduled hours
• Travelers must complete all required documentation and certifications before start date
• Failure to complete orientation modules or submit required documentation may result in being sent home or delayed start

This position is ideal for experienced Sterile Processing Technicians with trauma experience who are comfortable working evenings and floating between facilities.