Night Shift Certified Central Sterile Tech – Per Diem

RWJBarnabas Health; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Certified Central Sterile Technician for Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. This per diem, night shift role supports the Central Sterile Supply department with instrument decontamination, sterilization, and sterile processing.

You will join a team focused on safety, efficiency, and high-quality patient care, maintaining rigorous standards and collaborating across OR services. A current CSPD certification and hospital CSPD experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current National Sterile Processing Certification.
• Minimum of 2 years CSPD experience in a hospital or similar setting.
• Five years CRCST experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform decontamination and cleaning of instrumentation and equipment.
• Operate washers and ultrasonic cleaners; manually clean instruments per standards.
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness, function, and integrity.
• Assemble instrument sets using appropriate containers, wraps, or pouches.
• Sterilize instruments and trays using steam and Sterrad sterilizers; run tests and document parameters.
• Use chemicals safely with proper PPE; prepare case carts and trays for OR scheduling.
• Maintain inventory for instrument assembly and support daily operations.
• Contribute to a collaborative, professional team focused on patient-centered care.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Education

National Sterile Processing Certification

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Certified Central Sterile Technician for Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. This per diem, night shift role supports the Central Sterile Supply department with instrument decontamination, sterilization, and sterile processing.

You will join a team focused on safety, efficiency, and high-quality patient care, maintaining rigorous standards and collaborating across OR services. A current CSPD certification and hospital CSPD experience are preferred.