Certified Central Sterilization Technician

Shift Information

4 ten-hour shifts, Tuesday through Friday. On-call may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience required.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Certification in Sterile Processing and/or Technology required through the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HPSA).

Job Responsibilities

• Perform all steps necessary for the decontamination, disinfection, sterilization, and packaging of instruments and equipment.
• Support decontamination, disinfection, sterilization, and packaging of instruments and equipment for various services as needed.
• Thoroughly disassemble instruments and equipment to remove debris and contaminants prior to sterilization or disinfection.
• Execute multi-step procedures necessary to reprocess various instruments, including autoclaving.
• Maintain accurate records for all sterilization procedures, including biological monitoring results and quality assurance checks to ensure compliance.
• Communicate effectively with providers and staff to address instrument shortages and propose alternatives when necessary.
• Verify proper functionality of equipment and manage maintenance, repair, or replacement needs for defective equipment.
• Maintain competency in sterilization processes through continual education and return demonstrations.
• Assist in the training and certification of team members regarding sterilization processes as needed.
• Perform additional supply handling duties, including product ordering, stocking, and inventory management, as time permits.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of infection control practices.
• Familiarity with surgical instrumentation and associated care/cleaning practices.
• Understanding of sterile techniques.
• Proficient in inventory management.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Task and detail-oriented with self-motivation and ownership of projects.
• Advanced hand-eye coordination and organizational skills.
• Competence in computer skills.

Additional Information

Holiday coverage is required.