Certified Central Sterile Tech - PRN

OSS Health; Spry (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

401(k) plan and profit sharing

Job summary

OSS Health is seeking a Certified Central Sterile Tech to clean, sterilize, and store instrument sets for OR cases. You will pull case carts, stock for OR, and maintain par levels with attention to safety and infection control.

The role requires high school diploma or GED and at least one year of relevant experience, plus CBSPD/CRCST certification or progress toward it within 18 months. Competitive wages and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• At least one year of experience cleaning, assembling, wrapping and sterilizing surgical equipment.
• CBSPD or CRCST certification required, or to be obtained within 18 months.
• Must have good time management and professional communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills and ability to plan and organize work.

Responsibilities

• Maintains instrument sets/trays and ensures items are available.
• Disassembles, cleans and disinfects instrumentation and equipment.
• Restsocks implant trays as needed and maintains decontamination records.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient, hospital and physician information.
• Operates sterilizers and washer disinfectors with proper safety practices.
• Assists with orientation and training of new personnel.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sterilization

Cleaning

Communication

Time management

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Computer skills

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.

Are you ready to provide a 5-star “OSSOME” experience?

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:

• 8-10-hour shifts; must work at least one shift per month.

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 pass 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.

PRN BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Competitive Wages
• 401(k) plan and profit sharing

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