Central Sterile Tech: Instrument Sets & Sterilization Expert

Piedmont Healthcare; Lithonia (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Healthcare is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to maintain sterile instrument sets and ensure timely availability of supplies in the operating suite.

The role collaborates with Perioperative Nursing to assemble, sterilize and store instruments, contributing to continuous workflow and excellent patient care. Prior CST or Central Sterile tech training is preferred; GED or high school diploma is required.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of a Central Sterile Tech program.
• In lieu of CST certificate, 3 years Central Sterile experience required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains standards for set assembly, decontamination, inspection, containerizing and sterilizing surgical instruments.
• Performs sterilization, assembly and storage of medical supplies and equipment.
• Collaborates with Perioperative Nursing to provide sterile instrument sets, equipment and case carts.
• Assists in maintaining workflow and provides superior customer service.

Skills

Sterilization procedures

Instrument handling

Customer service

Education

GED or high school diploma

Central Sterile Technician program

3 years Central Sterile experience (in lieu CST)

Job description

Piedmont Healthcare is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to maintain sterile instrument sets and ensure timely availability of supplies in the operating suite.

The role collaborates with Perioperative Nursing to assemble, sterilize and store instruments, contributing to continuous workflow and excellent patient care. Prior CST or Central Sterile tech training is preferred; GED or high school diploma is required.