Certified Central Sterile Technician | Instrument Prep

Legacy Health; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 3,458,000 - 4,709,000; Full time

Job summary

Legacy Health is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to ensure a sterile, clean environment that supports high-quality medical and surgical care. You will help drive improvement by identifying opportunities for change and mentoring new team members within Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center.

The role emphasizes instrument sterilization, decontamination, and proper documentation to support patient safety and efficient operating room readiness across our East County facilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years central sterile experience strongly preferred.
• Understanding of the principles and methods of sterilization.
• Understanding of infection control and aseptic techniques.
• Understanding of the importance of documentation.
• Thorough knowledge of instruments and scopes.
• Excellent verbal communication skills and telephone etiquette.
• Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.

Responsibilities

• Decontamination, preparation, high-level disinfection, sterilization, and distribution of instruments, trays, equipment, and case carts used in medical and surgical patient care.
• Distribute flexible scopes, biopsy instruments, traveling video carts, and other supplies and equipment used in endoscopic patient care.
• Assist with the set-up, changeover, and stocking of procedure rooms.
• Ensure instruments and equipment are properly decontaminated for safe handling.
• Assemble and package instruments for sterilization according to procedure.
• Monitor sterilization and processing equipment for proper functioning and maintain required documentation records.
• Operate computer systems properly and safely.
• Assemble case carts, house-wide procedure carts, and instrument drawers accurately and timely to ensure availability for surgery.
• Respond to routine and non-routine requests for materials, supplies, instruments, and equipment.
• Record and maintain department quality-management indicators.
• Promote professional growth and development of self and others.

Skills

Sterilization principles

Infection control

Documentation

Instruments and scopes knowledge

Verbal communication

Electronic systems navigation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Central Service Certification (IAHCSMM/CBSPD)

Job description

Legacy Health is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to ensure a sterile, clean environment that supports high-quality medical and surgical care. You will help drive improvement by identifying opportunities for change and mentoring new team members within Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center.

The role emphasizes instrument sterilization, decontamination, and proper documentation to support patient safety and efficient operating room readiness across our East County facilities.