New Graduate Sterile Processing Tech

Rochester Regional Health; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a New Graduate Sterile Processing Technician to support our Sterile Processing Department across multiple facilities. You will handle decontamination, packing, sterilization and distribution to ensure safe equipment for patient procedures.

As a new graduate, you will work with experienced-techs in a fast-paced environment, adhering to strict safety and quality standards while developing essential competencies in central service operations and equipment

Qualifications

• Credentialed with one of CRCST or CSPDT credentials.
• Evidence of past Central Service experience may be required.
• Strong attention to detail with demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Processing: decontamination, cleaning, packing, sterilizing, storing and distribution of sterile goods and equipment.
• Sterilization: ensure appropriate supplies are used and manage equipment, machines, carts and shelves.
• Distribution: transport supplies, medication and equipment throughout the hospital.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

CRCST credential

IAHCSMM credential

Job description

Job Title

JOB TITLE: New Graduate Sterile Processing Technician

LOCATION: Various Hospitals

STATUS: Full-time/ Part-time/ Per-diem

DEPARTMENT: Sterile Processing

SCHEDULE: Day/Evening/Night shifts available

Summary

As a Sterile Processing Tech, your exceptional sterilization and processing abilities provide staff with the equipment they need to perform safe and successful procedures.

Qualifications

• Credentialed: Successfully passed a nationally accredited central service exam and holds and maintains one of the following credentials: Certified Registered Central Service Technician credential Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician credential
• Hard to Fill Clause: A healthcare facility may employ or otherwise contract with a person who does not meet the requirements of the function of a Sterile Processing Technician if they are unable to employ or contract a sufficient number of qualified Sterile Processing Technicians
• Grand-fathering Clause: Must provide evidence of employment or contract services as a Central Service Technician in a healthcare facility for a cumulative period of one year, occurring between 1/1/2011 - 1/1/2015
• Strong attention to detail with demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Processing. Responsible for processing and supplying sterile goods and equipment to all areas within the hospital, including decontamination, cleaning, packing, sterilizing, storing and distribution
• Sterilization. Ensure appropriate supplies are used in the process of sterilizing items; collect and clean soiled equipment, machines, carts and shelves
• Distribution. Transport needed supplies, medication and equipment throughout the hospital

Physical Requirements

Heavy - This category includes physically intensive work such as lifting heavy materials (up to 100 lbs.), climbing ladders, crawling into tight spaces, and working on uneven, slippery, or elevated surfaces. Employees must demonstrate strong motor coordination, balance, and spatial awareness to safely operate tools and equipment. High visual and auditory alertness is required, especially in areas with moving machinery. Emotional demands are moderate, focusing on hazard recognition, task accuracy, and adherence to safety standards. Environmental exposures may include extreme temperatures, dust, fumes, loud noise, and mechanical hazards. Personal protective equipment (PPE) and periodic physical examinations are often required.

Licenses/Certifications

CRCST - Certified Registered Central Service Technician - International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM)

Pay Range

Pay Range: $20.75 - $25.00

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, clinical licensure date, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.