Central Sterile Technician II, CSSR

Heywood Hospital; Gardner (MA); On-site; USD 31,685,000 - 44,772,000; Full time

Job summary

Heywood Hospital in Gardner, MA is seeking a Central Sterile Technician II to perform duties of CST I and uphold IAHCSMM standards. You will collaborate with perioperative leaders, manage supplies, inventory, and ensure sterile processing workflows across shifts.

The CST II must maintain sterile technique, operate autoclaves, monitor sterilization cycles, and contribute to department quality improvement. This role supports patient care by ensuring safety and readiness of instruments for

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; CRCST certification preferred or required.
• CRCST certification (Registered Central Service Technician) required.
• Experience in central sterile processing is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Create assignments and communicate operational needs with OR staff.
• Ensure proper operation of autoclaves and sterilization equipment.
• Maintain CRCST certification and ongoing education.
• Inventory, order supplies, and restock Central Service materials.
• Support department supervisors and orient new staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Work ethic

IAHCSMM standards knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Registered Central Service Technician certification

Job description

Overview

You Matter Here! Heywood Healthcare values our employees! We offer competitive wages, great benefits and generous earned time off. Come work where you will matter!

Hours: 32-Hours, Days, Evenings, Weekends, On Call

$23.00 - $32.52

Disclaimer:

We are committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices. The salary range for this position reflects our good-faith estimate of base pay at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. We regularly review our compensation structures to ensure fairness and consistency across our organization.

Job Summary:

The Central Sterile Technician (CST) II must be able to perform all the duties of a CST I and meet or exceed Heywood Healthcare /Perioperative Services and industry standards as set forth by the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM). The CST II is responsible for collaborating with Supervisors, Heywood department leaders and Perioperative Services Practice Leaders (charge nurses). The CST II collects, inventories and orders supplies for the central sterile department. CST II may delegate and prioritize assignments for CST I based on operational needs. CST II maintains and oversees quality and adherence to standards in the central sterile department.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Creates assignments as needed. Communicates with the OR charge nurse/practice leader about operational needs.
• Ensures smooth operation of necessary surgical instrumentation in perioperative services throughout the day. Monitors throughput.
• Maintains CRCST certification as well as necessary continued education.
• Assists supervisor with setting up continued education and in-services for central sterile department.
• Ensures proper operation of autoclave units prior to use on a daily basis.
• Orders daily supplies and maintains supply inventory.
• Runs biological and chemical tests at beginning of the day shift, and records results in the appropriate log.
• Inspects gas and steam autoclaves for visible signs of malfunction and reports to Central Sterile Supervisor.
• Uses knowledge of sterilization principles to correctly wrap or package items for sterilization.
• Processes all items appropriately using either ethylene oxide or steam sterilization.
• Assists with processing department supply charges and any other clerical work related to the Central Service, as requested.
• Works closely with the Central Service Supervisor and assists with orientation for new personnel.
• Applies aseptic techniques in daily work assignments. Performs general cleaning of department surface areas, racks, shelves, storage cabinets and all storage area.
• Stores all supplies and equipment; stocks Central Service’s dispensing racks.
• Knowledgeable regarding handling and care of instruments, tray preparation and special procedure items.
• Performs tray assemblage, proper packaging and preparation of all applicable supplies for sterilization. Monitors sterility dates on supplies.
• Properly loads, operates and cleans all sterilizers, gas and steam, and all general equipment using biological and chemical control tests as required by the department.
• Restocks patient care unit supply carts and reconciles charges if necessary. If needed, makes out lost charge sheet and gives to the Nurse Manager.
• Responsible for stocking all supply carts on the nursing units.
• Participates in departmental performance improvement activities.
• Cleans all forms of scopes by hand and utilizes the medivator process to clean scopes in high level disinfection manner.
• Help order supplies to maintain appropriate supply levels, facilities patient flow and turnover.
• Attend any other duties that are assigned. Helping other departments when asked.

Statement of Other Duties

This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described.

FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS

Physical RequirementsExerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequently reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), and handles (seizing, holding, grasping, turning or working with hands). Frequently stoops (bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist).

ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS

Behavioral AttributesThe following behavioral attributes are required: achievement motivation, flexibility, concern for order, initiative, self-confidence, self control, customer service orientation, interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork and information seeking.

Qualifications

Job Requirements

Minimum Education

• High school graduate (or equivalent) required.
• Registered Central Service Technician certification required.

Minimum Work Experience

• Minimum of 6 months experience in central sterile processing.

Minimum Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Central Service Technician certification required.

Required Skills

• Must demonstrate strong work ethic, knowledge of standards as set forth by the IAHCSMM, superb interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively.