Central Service Technician - Level II

New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering compassionate, quality care to all New Yorkers. This role focuses on the essential tasks of cleaning, sterilizing, and managing medical equipment in a dynamic environment. As part of a team that values patient-centered care, you'll ensure that all instruments and supplies meet the highest standards of safety and efficiency. With opportunities for professional development and a commitment to community health, this position offers a fulfilling career path in the healthcare sector.

Benefits

Health Coverage

Retirement Plans

Loan Forgiveness

Paid Holidays/Vacation

Tuition Discounts

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Certification as a Registered Central Service Technician or Sterile Processing Technician required.
• Knowledge of sterilization processes and equipment operation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean, sterilize, and assemble medical equipment and supplies.
• Manage inventory and maintain cleanliness of the work environment.

Skills

Sterilization Processes

Equipment Operation

Decontamination Techniques

Inventory Management

Education

High School Diploma

Central Sterile Certification

Tools

Ultrasonic Washers

Sterilizing Equipment

Job description

NYC Health + Hospitals/Gotham Health is one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) in the country, providing coordinated primary and specialty care with dignity and respect for all New Yorkers. We practice a person-centered caring culture that values delivering compassionate, quality healthcare in partnership with patients, community organizations, and staff. Gotham Health focuses on high-quality, affordable care for everyone, emphasizing prevention and treatment, and strives to maximize each patient's health outcomes while fostering partnerships with community resources.

Job Description

PURPOSE OF POSITION
Under supervision, performs work in central service involving decontamination, preparation, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of medical devices, equipment, supplies, and instrumentation according to prescribed procedures. There are two levels within this role; all personnel perform related work.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Involves all patient care areas using sterilized instruments, especially OBGYN, Surgery, Podiatry, Dental, Eye and Vision, Pediatrics. This is an off-site position at Metropolitan Hospital but operates under Gotham's Gouverneur purview.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Clean, sterilize, and assemble equipment, supplies, and instruments per procedures.
2. Decontaminate reusable patient care equipment and supplies, including surgical instruments and related devices.
3. Sterilize instruments, equipment, linens, and supplies using appropriate methods.
4. Operate sterilizing and decontamination equipment, including ultrasonic washers and dryers.
5. Prepare supply packages, wrap, label, and seal according to protocols.
6. Document contents and use central system for processing supplies.
7. Handle used supplies for sterilization and return them to departments as needed.
8. Manage requisitions, inventory, and distribution records.
9. Report defective materials or equipment.
10. Maintain cleanliness of work environment and equipment.
11. Participate in staff development and perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Level I: Documented designation as a Grandfathered Central Service Technician.

Level II: Certification as a Registered Central Service Technician (HSPA) or Sterile Processing Technician (CBSPD). All new hires must have one of these certifications and be assigned at Level II. Continuing education credits are required annually.

Department Preferences

Certifications: Hold and maintain a Certified Registered Central Service Technician or Sterile Processing Technician credential.

Educational Requirements: High school diploma and Central Sterile Certification.

Knowledge and Experience: Knowledge of sterilization processes, equipment operation, and a minimum of 1-year experience preferred.

How To Apply

Apply online by clicking the "Apply for Job" button. NYC Health and Hospitals offers comprehensive benefits including health coverage, retirement plans, loan forgiveness, paid holidays/vacation, tuition discounts, and professional development opportunities.