Central Processing Technician, Full Time, Rotational Schedule. Forbes

High Market Health; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization is seeking a Central Processing Technician to manage medical instruments and equipment. The role involves cleaning, sterilizing, and distributing instruments while adhering to safety and compliance standards. A sign-on bonus is available based on experience, making this an attractive opportunity for candidates interested in a healthcare career.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus

Qualifications

• Must pass a nationally accredited central service exam within 18 months of hire.
• Maintain certification as either CRCST or CSPDT.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, disinfects, and sterilizes medical instruments.
• Receives, stocks, and distributes medical instruments.
• Performs quality assurance testing and manages inventories.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

We are currently offering a sign-on bonus for Central Processing Technician eligible full-time positions! The amount of the sign-on bonus depends on your years of Central Processing experience.

$5,000 sign-on bonus, 2-year commitment – no experience necessary

$7,000 sign-on bonus, 2-year commitment – 1 – 2 years of Sterile Processing experience, with certification

$10,000 sign-on bonus, 2-year commitment > 2 years of Sterile Processing experience with certification

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

This job involves receiving, cleaning, distributing, and storing medical instruments and equipment.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cleans, disinfects, decontaminates, and sterilizes medical instruments and equipment using appropriate methods, substances, and equipment. (30%)
• Receives, stocks, packages, and distributes medical instruments and equipment. (30%)
• Performs and documents quality assurance testing and inspection on stock. Manages inventories and reorders supplies. (30%)
• Properly disposes of biohazardous substances, chemicals, medical waste, and unusable equipment and supplies. (10%)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• High school diploma or GED; or 1-3 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent education and experience.
• For Central Service Technician (CST) hired after 12/29/2020: Employees practicing central sterile before December 29, 2020, are exempt from certification requirements. They must:
• Pass a nationally accredited central service exam within 18 months of hire
• Maintain certification as either CRCST or CSPDT

Preferred

• Sterile processing or hospital setting experience.
• Enrollment in a surgical tech / sterile processing program.

Disclaimer:

This job description indicates the general duties and responsibilities but may not include all tasks required.

Compliance:

This role adheres to ethical, legal, and behavioral standards, including HIPAA and company policies regarding confidential information and data security.

Highmark Health and affiliates prohibit discrimination based on protected statuses and aim for accessibility. Contact HR for accommodations at [e-mail].