Night Shift Certified Sterile Processing Tech (CRCST)

RWJBarnabas Health; Livingston (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & AD&D Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Certified Sterile Processing Technician for the Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, NJ. This night-shift role includes decontamination, sterilization, and assembly of surgical instruments, partnering with interdisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety and timely instrument readiness.

The position requires a CRCST certification, a high school diploma, and Central Sterile Association membership with orientation completed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current CRCST certification required.
• Membership in Central Sterile Association required, site orientation completed.
• Previous sterile processing or healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform decontamination, inspection, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instruments and patient care equipment.
• Inspect instruments to ensure cleaning, functioning, and readiness for sterilization.
• Clean and process patient care equipment to prevent cross-contamination and ensure safety.
• Select appropriate disinfection/sterilization method per procedures and policies.
• Perform biological monitoring of sterilization systems to verify parameters.
• Review sterilizer performance tests and maintain documentation per standards.
• Maintain equipment condition and report concerns.
• Collaborate with surgical services and nursing to ensure instrument availability.
• Support quality improvement and professional development in Sterile Processing.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CRCST Certification

Central Sterile Association membership

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Certified Sterile Processing Technician for the Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, NJ. This night-shift role includes decontamination, sterilization, and assembly of surgical instruments, partnering with interdisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety and timely instrument readiness.

The position requires a CRCST certification, a high school diploma, and Central Sterile Association membership with orientation completed.