CSP Tech II - CRCST

Huntington Health; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 52,348; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Health is seeking a Central Sterile Processing Technician II (CRCST) in Pasadena, CA. Responsibilities include cleaning, decontaminating, inspecting, assembling, packaging and sterilizing instruments from all areas of the facility.

The role requires setup of patient care carts and care of equipment, with evening shifts. Qualified candidates will have at least two years of central service or surgical technology experience, completion of a Sterile Processing or Surgical Technology

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Minimum of two years' experience with surgical instrumentation.
• Minimum two years prior central service experience or Surgical Technology experience.
• Completion of a Sterile Processing Program or Surgical Technology Program.

Responsibilities

• Clean, decontaminate, inspect, assemble, package and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Set up patient care carts and maintain patient care equipment.
• Demonstrate knowledge of instrument processing techniques (cleaning, decontamination, assembly, sterilization).
• Multitask and prioritize in a high-pressure environment.

Skills

Surgical instrumentation

Computer skills

Blood and body fluid precautions

Sterilization methods

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Expectations

Responsible for cleaning, decontaminating, inspecting, assembling, packaging and sterilizing all instruments and equipment from all areas of the facility as well as the operation and care of same equipment and instruments. Able to setup patient care carts and maintain patient care equipment. Knowledge of instrument processing techniques, including but not limited to cleaning, decontamination, assembly and sterilization. Ability to work, multi-task and prioritize in a stressful environment.

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalency.

Experience/Training

Minimum of two years' experience with surgical instrumentation required.

Minimum two years prior central service experience or Surgical Technology experience required.

Completion of a Sterile Processing Program or Surgical Technology Program required.

Licenses/Certifications

Required:

Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) issued by Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) or current Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) issued by Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA).

Skills

Basic computer skills. Surgical instrumentation knowledge, ability to apply standard blood and body fluid precautions. Able to demonstrate and perform steam, low temperature sterilization. Performs essential functions on CSP equipment and mechanical devices are tested and validated to meet regulatory requirements required.

Job Title: Central Sterile Processing Technician II - CRCST

Department: Central Svcs & Supp

Shift Duration: 8

Primary Shift: Evenings

Time Type: Full time

Location: 100 W California Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105

Pay Range: The estimated base rate for this position is $25.02 - $38.16.

Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions.