Central Sterile Technician — Instrument Prep & Care

Southcoast Health System, Inc.; Wareham (MA); On-site; USD 26,449 - 39,468; Full time

Job summary

Southcoast Health in Wareham, MA is seeking a Central Sterile Technician for 40 hours in the day shift, with weekend, holiday, and on-call rotation. Location: Tobey Hospital – Wareham, MA. Compensation is based on experience and offers a strong benefits package and professional growth opportunities.

The role requires processing, sterilization, and distribution of instruments with attention to quality control and safety standards. Certification within two years is required or in progress.

Qualifications

• Equal to completion of high school plus additional courses or training.
• Requires successful completion of a Central Service training course with certification within two (2) years of employment.
• Prior hospital experience is preferred.
• Limited computer skills are required.
• Must have Central Services Certification within two (2) years of employment.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision of the Nurse Manager or Designee, perform a variety of duties including process, sterile and distribute instruments and other supplies in a clean condition.
• Responsible for ensuring that all items processed for sterilization have met the criteria before leaving the department.
• Perform other related duties as required including periodic off-site training.

Skills

Hospital experience

Basic computer skills

Vaccination compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Central Service training course with certification

Tools

Central Sterile Certification

Job description

Southcoast Health in Wareham, MA is seeking a Central Sterile Technician for 40 hours in the day shift, with weekend, holiday, and on-call rotation. Location: Tobey Hospital – Wareham, MA. Compensation is based on experience and offers a strong benefits package and professional growth opportunities.

The role requires processing, sterilization, and distribution of instruments with attention to quality control and safety standards. Certification within two years is required or in progress.