Lead Central Sterile Processing Technician & OR Liaison

Northwell Health; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health is seeking a Central Sterile Processing professional to oversee decontamination, sterilization, assembly, and distribution of surgical instruments. The role involves coordinating daily operations, ensuring equipment readiness for patient care, and maintaining documentation of workflows.

The ideal candidate will have at least three years of CST experience, familiarity with instrument-tracking systems, and strong multitasking and communication skills to support high-quality

Qualifications

• Three (3) years central sterile processing technician experience.
• Prefer: Previous related leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Receives, decontaminates, and disinfects soiled equipment and instruments.
• Lead and coordinate daily operations within Central Sterile Processing area.
• Prioritizes and organizes staff and workload to ensure equipment readiness for patient care.
• Coordinates equipment needs to ensure on-time, high-quality patient care.
• Provides team leadership and coordinates daily operations within Central Sterile Processing area.

Skills

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Communication

Word & Excel

Process improvement

Tools

Impress Instrument Tracking System

Job description

Northwell Health is seeking a Central Sterile Processing professional to oversee decontamination, sterilization, assembly, and distribution of surgical instruments. The role involves coordinating daily operations, ensuring equipment readiness for patient care, and maintaining documentation of workflows.

The ideal candidate will have at least three years of CST experience, familiarity with instrument-tracking systems, and strong multitasking and communication skills to support high-quality