Central Sterile Reprocessing Equipment Handler - Central Sterile Reprocessing

Dartmouth Health; Lebanon (NH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $5,000

Job summary

Dartmouth Health, based in Lebanon, NH, is seeking a Central Sterile Processing Associate to support surgical workflows in the CSR. You will decontaminate, assemble, and prepare instruments, ensuring safe patient care and a strong foundational supply chain for the OR.

The role offers an evening shift with a 10% differential, a 20% night differential, and a 15% weekend differential, plus a $5,000 sign-on/retention bonus. This entry point provides growth pathways within Perioperative Services.

Qualifications

• High school graduate required.
• Able to prioritize and handle interruptions.
• Good communication skills desired.
• Basic computer skills required.
• The ability to be bonded at Hospital expense required.

Responsibilities

• Unloads Instrumentation and Cart washers, dry and put away items; reports malfunctions.
• Operates all washers.
• Restocks supplies, distributes materials, folds towels, wraps basins, clears Decontam window and elevator.
• Handles contaminated waste with proper care and handling techniques.
• Cleans and disinfects soiled equipment returning from OR.
• Performs decontamination procedures per specifications.
• Operates machinery per procedures and manufacturer guidance.
• Assists in disassembly of instrumentation following guidelines.
• Attends in-services and educational programs.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

High school graduate

Prioritization

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Bonded at hospital expense

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Overview

We are offering a Sign On/Retention Bonus of $5,000.

Join a fast-paced, high-impact team that makes every surgery possible. In our Central Sterile Processing Department, you’ll handle the decontamination, assembly, and preparation of surgical instruments and supplies which is the foundation of safe patient care. It’s a smart entry point into healthcare with clear pathways to grow.

Dynamic, team-driven environment within Perioperative Services

Career springboard with exposure to surgical workflows and advancement opportunities

Be part of the mission: every instrument you process supports a safer surgery.

Shift differentials (when eligible):

Evenings: +10%

Nights: +20%

Weekends: +15%

Responsibilities

1. Unloads Instrumentation and Cart washers, dry and put away items as needed. Reports any suspected equipment malfunctions to Decontam Pod Leader & CSR Leaders.
2. Operates all washers.
3. Assists Sterile Reprocessing Technicians by restocking supplies, distributing supplies, folding towels, wrapping basins, clearing Decontam window, unloading Decontam elevator, replenishing racks, and breaking down case carts.
4. Sends/ receives Trash Carts to/ from the OR when appropriate. Handle contaminated waste with proper care and handling techniques.
5. Cleans and disinfects all soiled equipment returning from the ORs and satellite areas.
6. Performs decontamination procedures following prescribed specifications
7. Operates machinery in strict accordance with departmental procedures and manufacturer’s instructions
8. Assists in the disassembly of instrumentation and processing following prescribed manufacturer guidelines.
9. Attends and participates in in-services within the department, as well as educational programs.
10. Perform other duties as required or assigned

Qualifications

• High school graduate required.
• Able to prioritize and work with constant interruptions required.
• Good communication skills desired.
• Basic computer skills required.
• The ability to be bonded at Hospital expense required.

Required Licensure/Certifications

- None

• Area of Interest: Allied Health
• Pay Range: $18.73/Hr. - $29.04/Hr.
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
• Shift: Evening
• Job ID: 41473

Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers

Dartmouth Health is an Affirmitive Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.