Evening CRCST Sterile Processing Tech - 40hrs FT

RWJBarnabas Health; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Care/Dependent Care FSAs

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits

Partner Discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Certified Sterile Processing Technician for Jersey City Medical Center. The role focuses on cleaning, sterilizing, and preparing surgical instruments and patient care equipment for safe clinical use, in cooperation with interdisciplinary teams.

The position requires CRCST certification and a high school diploma, with a preference for prior sterile processing or healthcare experience.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and CRCST certification.
• Membership in a Central Sterile Association is required.
• Previous sterile processing or healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform decontamination, inspection, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instruments and patient care equipment.
• Inspect instruments and equipment to ensure cleanliness and proper readiness for sterilization.
• Clean and process patient care equipment per procedures to prevent cross-contamination.
• Select appropriate disinfection/sterilization methods following manufacturer guidance and standards.
• Conduct biological monitoring of sterilization systems to verify parameters.
• Review sterilizer performance tests and maintain documentation for compliance.
• Maintain equipment in good working condition and report concerns.
• Collaborate with surgical services and nursing to ensure availability of sterile supplies.
• Participate in quality improvement and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Collaborative

Organizational skills

Time management

Infection prevention

Documentation

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

CRCST certification

Central Sterile Association membership

Tools

Sterile processing equipment

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Certified Sterile Processing Technician for Jersey City Medical Center. The role focuses on cleaning, sterilizing, and preparing surgical instruments and patient care equipment for safe clinical use, in cooperation with interdisciplinary teams.

The position requires CRCST certification and a high school diploma, with a preference for prior sterile processing or healthcare experience.