Central Sterile Tech: Instrument Prep & Sterilization

MetroHealth; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

MetroHealth System in Cleveland, OH is seeking a Central Service Technician responsible for decontamination, preparation, packaging, sterilization and storage of surgical instrumentation. You will ensure instruments are ready for the operating room and labor/delivery teams with meticulous care.

Working with OR staff, you will uphold Sterile Processing standards, safety protocols, and customer service values across the hospital. A high school diploma plus AS/CS tech cert or equivalent is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years experience in a Central Service Department, or surgical technician program, or CBSPD/IAHCSMM certification (or obtains within 6 months).
• Good communication and phone etiquette.
• Knowledgeable in medical terminology.
• Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, prepare, package, sterilize, and store surgical instrumentation.
• Serve as liaison to operating room and labor/delivery for instrument care.
• Uphold MetroHealth System mission, vision, and customer service standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Phone etiquette

Attention to detail

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years in Central Service or surgical tech program or CBSPD/IAHCSMM cert

Tools

Instrument tracking system

Basic PC skills

Job description

MetroHealth System in Cleveland, OH is seeking a Central Service Technician responsible for decontamination, preparation, packaging, sterilization and storage of surgical instrumentation. You will ensure instruments are ready for the operating room and labor/delivery teams with meticulous care.

Working with OR staff, you will uphold Sterile Processing standards, safety protocols, and customer service values across the hospital. A high school diploma plus AS/CS tech cert or equivalent is required.