Certified Sterile Processing Technician

Kent Hospital; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Central Sterile Technician. The role involves decontaminating and sterilizing surgical instruments, requiring teamwork with surgical staff and ensuring compliance with health standards. Successful candidates will have CRCST certification, strong problem-solving skills, and experience in surgical services.

Qualifications

• 6 months of Surgical Services experience preferred.
• Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician certification is required.
• Skills in inventory management, communication, and teamwork needed.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, inspect, and process surgical instrumentation.
• Operate sterilizers and maintain records.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain for surgical supplies organization.

Skills

Inventory management

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Project management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician (CRCST)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Primary Function: Responsible for the decontamination, cleaning, processing, distribution, storage, and sterilization of surgical instrumentation in the Sterile Processing area. Interaction with surgeons, nurses, and the OR team is vital to ensure proper products are available at the time of surgery.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

1. Decontaminate, clean, inspect, process, and assemble surgical instrumentation for the Operating Room, Sterile Processing area, and durable patient care equipment.
2. Operate and be responsible for sterilizers, washer/decontaminators, automatic endoscope reprocessors, and perform high-level disinfection. Test sterilizers and maintain accurate records.
3. Disinfect video scopes and auxiliary equipment using manual washing techniques and automated systems. Conduct visual inspections and operational testing of video scopes and auxiliary equipment.
4. Understand cleaning protocols for all instruments used in the Operating Room. Use cleaning agents and detergents appropriately.
5. Visually inspect all instruments for cleanliness, proper function, and wear before assembly.
6. Assemble instrument trays and equipment according to assembly count sheets. Wrap or pouch items using appropriate techniques.
7. Perform and interpret challenge tests on sterilizers to ensure proper function.
8. Check the OR schedule daily to determine surgical cases and their priority.
9. Collaborate with Supply Chain to organize supplies for each surgical case, including last-minute additions.
10. Comply with federal and state regulations, and follow AAMI, OSHA, and infection control policies.
11. Perform minor troubleshooting of equipment and determine when professional service is needed.
12. Maintain and distribute sterile supplies, crash carts, and other items needed hospital-wide.
13. Practice Universal Precautions.
14. Participate in and lead process improvement initiatives.
15. Perform other duties as assigned and provide additional support as needed.

Job Qualifications

• 6 months of Surgical Services experience preferred.
• Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician (CRCST) certification required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Skills in inventory management, problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and project management required.
• Proficient in computers and Microsoft Office.

About Care New England Health System: Includes Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, and others, committed to advancing medical research and healthcare services.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Americans with Disabilities Act Statement: Applicants disabled during the process or employed must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Ethics Statement: Employees are expected to act in accordance with the organization’s ethical standards, including hospital policies, mission, vision, and values.