Central Sterile Tech: Instrument Sets & Sterilization

Piedmont; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to maintain sterile instrument sets and support perioperative services. The role ensures proper decontamination, sterilization, and timely provision of instrument sets and carts to surgical teams.

Ideal candidates have a CST-related certification or 3+ years of Central Sterile experience, with a HS diploma or GED. The position emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, and patient-centered service in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of Central Sterile Tech required.
• 3 years of Central Sterile experience required, or CST certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintains standards for set assembly, decontamination, inspection, containerizing and sterilizing surgical instruments in an accurate and timely manner.
• Performs sterilization, assembly and storage of medical supplies and equipment.
• Collaborates with the Perioperative Nursing staff to provide sterile instrument sets, equipment and case carts in an accurate and timely manner.
• Assists in maintaining consistent and continuous work flow, providing superior customer service.

Skills

Sterile processing

Instrument handling

Team collaboration

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Central Sterile Tech graduate

CST certificate alternative 3 years experience

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to maintain sterile instrument sets and support perioperative services. The role ensures proper decontamination, sterilization, and timely provision of instrument sets and carts to surgical teams.

Ideal candidates have a CST-related certification or 3+ years of Central Sterile experience, with a HS diploma or GED. The position emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, and patient-centered service in a hospital setting.