Certified Central Sterile Tech - FT

OSS Health; York (York County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits on or

401(k) and profit sharing

Job summary

OSS Health is seeking a Certified Central Sterile Tech to clean, sterilize, and stock all gas or steam sterilized items for OR operations. You will pull case carts, maintain par levels, and support sterilization processes on a day-shift schedule with 4 x 10-hour shifts per week.

Requirements include a High School diploma and at least one year of sterilization experience; CBSPD or CRCST certification is required or can be earned within 18 months.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in cleaning, assembling, wrapping and sterilization of surgical equipment/supplies.
• CBSPD or CRCST certification required, or the ability to pass testing requirements within the first 18 months of employment.
• Must have proficient computer skills and strong communication.
• Ability to plan and organize work and use time/resources effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintains instrument sets/trays and ensures items are available and intact.
• Disassembles, cleans and disinfects instrumentation and equipment.
• Restocks implant trays as needed and maintains par levels for OR supplies.
• Maintains records for decontamination area and sterilizers.
• Ensures proper function of sterilizers and washer-disinfectors and transports instruments.
• Assists with orientation and training of new personnel as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Sterilization equipment handling

Job description

At OSS Health, our mission is to continually strive to be the healthcare leader in quality, innovation and value. We make every effort to understand and exceed the expectations and needs of our patients. We are committed to providing an environment that is safe, respectful, and dignified at all times.

Joining OSS Health means joining a culture of excellence and teamwork, with a strong focus on employee development and community support. OSS Health offers a great work environment, professional development opportunities, meaningful careers, and competitive compensation.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Certified Central Sterile Tech is responsible for cleaning, sterilizing, and storing all gas or steam sterilized items. Responsible for pulling case carts for OR cases per schedule, utilizing preference cards, and ensuring all needed items are present. Responsible for maintaining par levels and stocking for OR. Supports the philosophy and goals of OSS Health.

SCHEDULE OPTIONS:

• Day shift; (4) 10-hour shifts/week

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains instrument sets/trays, ensuring proper items are available and intact.
• Disassembles, cleans and disinfects instrumentation and equipment.
• Restocks implant trays as needed.
• Maintains needed records for decontamination area and sterilizers.
• Routinely checks for broken, bent or rusted instruments.
• Handles instruments and equipment properly to avoid damage and loss.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient, hospital and physician information.
• Utilizes appropriate safety and infection control practices.
• Assists with orientation and training of new personnel as assigned.
• Maintains and ensures proper function of sterilizers and washer disinfectors.
• Proper transport of all used and sterile instrumentation.
• Work with a variety of instruments under limited supervision with strict guidelines and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• High School diploma or GED required.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least one year of experience in cleaning, assembling, wrapping and sterilization of surgical equipment/supplies preferred.
• CBSPD or CRCST certification required, or the ability to pass testing requirements within the first 18 months of employment.
• Must have the ability to effectively and efficiently make use of time and resources.
• Must be able to plan and organize work.
• Must have proficient computer skills.
• Must possess professional and effective communication skills.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Competitive Wages
• Medical, Dental, Vision available on the first day of employment
• Disability, and Life Insurance within 90 days
• Company-Paid Group Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) plan and profit sharing

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