Central Sterile Tech

Centinela Hospital Medical Center; Mission (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

401K options

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Mission Regional Medical Center is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to support the Surgery Department. This role sterilizes instruments, maintains sterile environments, and ensures readiness for procedures in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Responsibilities include decontamination, inventory management, data entry, and coordination with surgical teams. Per diem/PRN schedule, full benefits at Prime Healthcare, and opportunities to grow within a respected regional hospital.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required for new hires.
• Two years’ CST experience in an acute care hospital preferred.
• Central Supply Certified certification preferred.
• Current BLS (AHA) certificate preferred.
• Two years CST experience required.
• CESC certification(s) required within two years of hire at designated facilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of trays and instruments.
• Monitor inventory and restock sterile supplies for procedures.
• Enter data into tracking systems and process patient charges.
• Transport sterile instruments across departments per protocol.
• Communicate with surgical staff to anticipate needs and resolve issues.
• Prepare correct instruments and trays for procedures per surgeon preferences.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Two years’ experience as a Central Sterile Technician

Central Supply Certified certification

Current BLS (AHA) certificate

At least two years experience as a Central Sterile Technician

Central Supply Certified certification within two years from hire

Job description

Overview

Shifts Available: Days

Employment Type: FT

Hours: 8 - hour shift

Location: Mission Regional Medical Center - Mission, Tx

We are seeking a Central Sterile Technician, sometimes referred to as a Central Supply Tech, Sterile Processing Department Processor (SPD Processor) or Sterilization Technician in our Surgery Department. The Sterilization Technician in the surgical setting will be responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing surgical instruments and equipment to ensure they are safe for use in procedures. They follow strict infection control protocols, operate sterilization equipment like autoclaves, assemble instrument trays, and help maintain a sterile environment to support patient safety and surgical success. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.

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

Mission Regional Medical Center is a 297-bed, non-profit hospital that provides inpatient and outpatient hospital services to the people of the Rio Grande Valley. Rated one of the top hospitals in the country for clinical excellence in many services including maternity and orthopedic care, Mission Regional Medical Center has been offering quality healthcare, close to home, for over 60 years. For more information visit www.missionrmc.org.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of surgical trays, instruments, and other surgical equipment following infection control and safety standards
• Monitor inventory levels and restock sterile supplies and surgical equipment to ensure continuous support for surgical procedures and patient care areas
• Enter accurate data into tracking systems and process patient charge cards to ensure proper documentation and billing
• Transport sterile and used instruments throughout all hospital departments with full knowledge of facility layout and departmental protocols
• Communicate effectively with surgical staff and clinical teams to anticipate needs and resolve equipment or supply issues promptly
• Identify and prepare correct instruments, trays, and patient care supplies for specific procedures, ensuring readiness and compliance with surgeon preferences

Qualifications

1. 1. High School Diploma or Equivalent or related experience required for new hires effective April 2014.
2. 2. Two (2) years’ experience as a Central Sterile Technician in an acute care hospital setting preferred.
3. 3. Central Supply Certified certification, preferred
4. 4. Current BLS (AHA) certificate, preferred
5. Facility Specific Requirements (as applicable required):
6. 5. At least two (2) years experience as a Central Sterile Technician required
7. 6. Current BLS (AHA) certificate.
8. 7. Central Supply Certified certification required
9. 8. Central Supply Certified certification required within two years from date of hire at designated facilities

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

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