Certified Central Sterile Tech Evenings

RWJBarnabas Health; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Discounts Through Partners

Job summary

An established industry player in health care is seeking a Certified Central Sterile Tech to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the decontamination and assembly of instrument sets, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and functionality. Your expertise will directly impact patient care by supporting surgical teams with timely and accurate instrument preparation. This position offers a full-time schedule with evening shifts, allowing you to contribute to a compassionate and equitable health care environment. Join a leading organization dedicated to creating healthier communities and advancing innovative strategies in patient care.

Qualifications

• Current National Sterile Processing Certification and 2 years of CSPD experience are required.
• 5 years of CRCST experience in a hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate and assemble instrument sets, monitor sterilization processes.
• Maintain inventory and assist in daily operations of all units.

Skills

Sterile Processing Certification

CSPD experience

CRCST experience

Customer service skills

Education

Certification in Sterile Processing

Tools

Steam sterilizers

Sterrad

Ultrasonic cleaners

Index washers

Job description

Job Title: Certified Central Sterile Tech

Location: Newark Beth Israel

Req#: 0000185033

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Evenings

Department name: Central Sterile Services

Job Overview:

Responsible for decontamination, assembly of instrument sets, operation of steam and Sterrad as well as all monitoring processes included with same.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Current National Sterile Processing Certification and 2 years of CSPD experience are required.

Preferred:

• 5 years of CRCST experience in a hospital setting or Same Day Surgery Center is preferred.

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):

• Certification required.

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

• 37.5 Hours
• Nights
• Full-Time
• 11p-7a

Essential Functions:

• Maintain adequate inventory for assembly of instruments and equipment.
• Perform multiple tasks that assist in the daily operation of all units as well as being responsible for customer service.
• Perform and participate in the decontamination and cleaning of all instrumentation received, which include but are not limited to instrumentation and equipment received from all units according to established standards and procedures.
• Prepare case carts and trays for decontamination and load them into washer and/or sterilizer as prescribed procedure.
• Perform the operation of the index washers, cart washers, ultrasonic cleaners as well as manually cleaning instruments and equipment as prescribed by established standards and procedures.
• Inspect all instruments for cleanliness, proper function, and breakage by viewing the instruments before assembly.
• Use appropriate container, wrap or pouch according to the size of the instrument or equipment.
• Sterilize instruments and surgical trays by following prescribed policies and procedures.
• Know how to run tests on all sterilizers, monitor and document that all parameters have been met.
• Use chemicals in the appropriate fashion taking into consideration the intended use of chemical as well as chemical's function: knowledge of appropriate PPE is also necessary.
• Participate in expediting the OR schedule by assisting the other members of the OR Team in obtaining the instruments/equipment necessary for the procedure in a timely manner. Assemble and distribute case carts accurately and in a timely manner.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer