Central Sterile Technician

Overview

• Work as a Central Sterile Technician in a contract role with flexible hours.
• Assist in maintaining sterile surgical instrument trays for operating rooms.
• Ensure compliance with sterilization protocols and safety standards.
• Contribute to the healthcare team by ensuring equipment readiness.
• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Collaborate with professionals to enhance patient care quality.
• Gain valuable experience in central sterile processing operations.
• Utilize advanced sterilization and decontamination equipment.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Process sterile surgical instrument trays for operating rooms and ancillary areas.
• Collect, clean, disinfect, inspect, and sterilize surgical instruments and medical equipment.
• Maintain inventory and assist with ordering necessary supplies.
• Track surgical instrument trays and equipment through sterilization phases.
• Reprocess surgical instruments using sterilization and decontamination equipment.
• Perform routine efficacy tests on sterilization equipment.
• Ensure compliance with established sterilization protocols and procedures.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to support patient care operations.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certification in Central Sterile Processing (CRCST or CSPDT) is mandatory.
• Minimum of two years of experience in central sterile service.
• Proficiency in operating sterilization and decontamination equipment.
• Strong understanding of sterilization protocols and safety standards.
• Ability to maintain inventory and manage supply orders efficiently.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Willingness to work on-site during designated shifts.