Central Sterile Tech

Prime Healthcare; Bristol (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Lower Bucks Hospital in Bristol, PA, part of Prime Healthcare, seeks a Central Sterile Technician responsible for decontamination, preparation and sterilization of central sterile trays, instruments and equipment. You will manage inventory, restock supplies, enter data and support patient care by ensuring sterile items are ready for use.

Prior hospital experience and a current BLS certificate are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required for new hires.
• Two years’ experience as a Central Sterile Technician in an acute care hospital setting preferred.
• Central Supply Certified certification preferred.
• Current BLS (AHA) certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Decontamination, preparation and sterilization of Central Sterile trays, instruments and equipment.
• Inventory management and restocking of supplies and patient charge card batching.
• Demonstrates knowledge of department locations and ability to access all areas of the facility.
• Maintains clear verbal and written communication with team and other departments.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Two years’ experience as Central Sterile Technician

Central Supply Certified certification

Current BLS (AHA) certificate

Job description

Overview

Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Lower Bucks Hospital, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.

Lower Bucks Hospital is a community hospital, serving the Lower Bucks County region with medical, surgical, and emergency care. Located in historic Bristol, Pennsylvania, the Hospital is well-known for its knowledgeable medical staff, including cardiology, orthopedics, radiology, wound care, and general surgery. The hospital has more than 200 physicians on staff, as well as another 700 employees.

Responsibilities

The Central Sterile Technician is responsible for decontamination, preparation, sterilization of Central Sterile trays, instruments, equipment, inventory and restocking of supplies, computer data entry and patient charge card batching. Demonstrates knowledge of all department locations within facility and ability to access all departments. Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrates detailed awareness and knowledge of patient supplies and equipment.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. High School Diploma or Equivalent or related experience required for new hires effective April 2014.

2. Two (2) years’ experience as a Central Sterile Technician in an acute care hospital setting preferred.

3. Central Supply Certified certification, preferred

4. Current BLS (AHA) certificate, preferred

Facility Specific Requirements (as applicable required):

5. At least two (2) years experience as a Central Sterile Technician required

6. Current BLS (AHA) certificate.

7. Central Supply Certified certification required

8. Central Supply Certified certification required within two years from date of hire at designated facilities

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf