3rd-Shift On-Call Sterile Processing Tech

Connecticut Children's; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Connecticut Children’s is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support the Perioperative areas by decontaminating, preparing, sterilizing, distributing, and tracking medical-surgical instruments and supplies. This role includes case cart preparation and on-call duties as needed.

Under supervision of the Sterile Processing Manager, you will perform sterilization using Steam and Sterrad methods and ensure compliance with infection prevention guidelines, policies, and recalls.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of sterilization, decontamination and surgical instruments.
• Ability to use basic Windows-based applications and hospital systems.

Responsibilities

• Performs decontamination and high-level disinfection of medical-surgical instrumentation and equipment.
• Inspects, assembles and sterilizes instruments ensuring cleanliness and complete sets.
• Performs Steam and Sterrad sterilization and maintains high-level disinfection.
• Maintains records of sterilization and recall procedures.

Skills

Sterile processing knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Central Sterile Technician certification (CBSPD or IAHCSMM)

Job description

Connecticut Children’s is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support the Perioperative areas by decontaminating, preparing, sterilizing, distributing, and tracking medical-surgical instruments and supplies. This role includes case cart preparation and on-call duties as needed.

Under supervision of the Sterile Processing Manager, you will perform sterilization using Steam and Sterrad methods and ensure compliance with infection prevention guidelines, policies, and recalls.