Central Sterile Tech - OR, Days

Piedmont; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Augusta Hospital is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to maintain surgical instrument sterility, assemble sets, and support perioperative teams. You will sterilize, inspect, and store instruments and collaborate closely with staff to ensure fast, accurate service.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, Central Sterile Tech credentials (or 3 years related experience), and a focus on consistent workflow and customer service.

Qualifications

• Requires H.S. diploma or GED.
• Central Sterile Tech certification preferred.
• 3 years Central Sterile experience required if CST not held.

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 and case carts in a timely manner.
• Supports consistent workflow and delivers superior customer service.

Skills

Sterilization techniques

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Central Sterile Tech certification

3 years Central Sterile experience (in lieu of CST)

Job description

Overview

Experience the advantages of real career change

Join Piedmont to move your career in the right direction. Stay for the diverse teams you'll love, a shared purpose, and schedule flexibility that frees you to live for what matters both in and outside of work. You'll feel valued, motivated to be your best, and recognized for your contributions to exceptional patient outcomes. Piedmont leaders are in your corner, invested in your success. Our wellness programs and comprehensive total benefits and rewards meet your needs today and help you plan for the future.

Overview

Experience the advantages of real career change

Join Piedmont to move your career in the right direction. Stay for the diverse teams you'll love, a shared purpose, and schedule flexibility that frees you to live for what matters both in and outside of work. You'll feel valued, motivated to be your best, and recognized for your contributions to exceptional patient outcomes. Piedmont leaders are in your corner, invested in your success. Our wellness programs and comprehensive total benefits and rewards meet your needs today and help you plan for the future.

Responsibilities

Maintains recommended 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.

Qualifications

Education

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required and
• Graduate of a Central Sterile Tech Required or
• In Lieu of CST Certificate, 3 years of Central Sterile experience Required

Work Experience

• 3 years of Central Sterile experience Required or
• No experience required if incumbent has a Central Sterile Tech certification Required

Licenses and Certifications

• None Required
• CCST - Certified Central Service Technician Preferred or
• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist Preferred

Business Unit : Company Name: Piedmont Augusta Hospital