Central Sterile Technician, Certified

Lifepoint Health; Kennewick (WA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement with company match

Job summary

Trios Health, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking an Environmental Surgery technician to join our team. You will inspect, decontaminate, and sterilize instruments, and ensure patient care equipment meets safety standards.

A CSR certification within 6 months of hire and BLS within 30 days are required. We offer comprehensive benefits, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• CSR certification within 6 months of hire.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and make appropriate decisions.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, decontaminate, assemble, and sterilize instruments per guidelines (AAMI, AORN, TJC, OSHA).
• Operate department equipment safely according to manufacturer instructions.
• Provide customer service to all departments with a patient focus.
• Process and document sterile supplies daily using indicators to verify sterility.
• Monitor antimicrobial and disinfection solutions testing daily per manufacturer instructions.

Skills

CSR certification

Critical thinking

Judgment

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Type: Full-Time | Days

Your experience matters

Trios Health is part of Lifepoint Health , a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Environmental Surgery technician who is joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Essential Functions

• Provides inspection, decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of instruments and other patient care equipment in accordance with processing guidelines, AAMI, AORN, TJC, and OSHA requirements.
• Operates departmental equipment daily according to manufacturer instructions with emphasis on safety.
• Provides customer service to all departments with a focus on the patient need.
• Processes and documents all sterile supplies and equipment daily using chemical, biological and mechanical indicators to verify sterility in accordance with manufacturer instructions and hospital policy.
• Monitors and performs antimicrobial and disinfection solutions testing according to manufacturer instructions and documentation daily.

Why join us

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and a minimum of 10 days of paid time off per year (for full-time employees) as well as 8 paid holidays per year.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• License: Central Sterile Technician (CSR) certification within 6 months of hire
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.
• Required Skills Central Sterile Technician (CSR) certification within 6 months of hire Requires critical thinking skills, judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Hourly range: $17.81-$27.00

EEOC Statement

“Trios Health an Equal Opportunity Employer. Trios Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”

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