CS Technician I, Central Sterile

Mercy Cedar Rapids; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical center in Cedar Rapids seeks a CS Technician to support patient care through the cleaning and sterilization of instruments. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong critical thinking skills, ability to handle interruptions, and possess relevant certifications or experience. Join a dedicated team committed to providing quality services in a dynamic clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Prefer candidates with certification in Central Sterile.
• Relevant experience may substitute for education.
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and sterilizes instruments/trays.
• Completes documentation for Central Sterile.
• Delivers sterilized items to various floors.

Skills

Critical thinking

Troubleshooting

Fluency in English

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician (CRCST) Course/Study Group

Job description

This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by providing exceptional, quality services and goods to our customers in the clinical areas throughout Mercy Medical Center. This is achieved by cleaning and sterilizing instruments/trays to ensure patient safety. The CS Technician uses critical thinking skills to actively troubleshoot problems occurring in the sterile processing of equipment.

Job Duties

Assists vendors/reps as needed.

Completes required documentation for Central Sterile.

Completes required testing for sterilizers and washers.

Picks up dirty trays and instruments from floors.

Delivers sterilized trays, instruments, and linen to floors.

Packages and sterilizes trays, instruments, and linen.

Cleans and inspects instruments for cleanliness and/or damage.

Department Specific Duties

N/A

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must read, write, speak, and comprehend English fluently.

Able to work with frequent interruptions and handle multiple tasks.

Professional Experience

Prefer candidate who has completed hours required in Central Sterile to sit for certification exam.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent strongly preferred. Relevant experience to be considered in lieu of diploma.

Completion of Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician (CRCST) Course/Study Group preferred.

Licensure, Certification, Registration

Physical Demand Requirements

Medium: Exert 20-50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or 10-15 lbs. of force frequently

About the company

656 Mercy Medical Center is a Catholic hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

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