Sr. Associate, Ambulatory Surgery Sterile Processing - HSPA/CBSP - 12 (noon) - 8:00 PM - ASC Ma[...]

NYU Langone Health; Manhasset (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is seeking a Sr. Associate in Ambulatory Surgery Sterile Processing for ASC Manhasset. The role focuses on decontamination, sterilization, and instrument preparation for patient care, with workload oversight and compliance duties.

The position requires a High School or GED, 5 years in sterile processing, and certification (HSPA or CBSP). Knowledge of OSHA standards and a range of surgical equipment is essential.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• Certified and Registered Central Service Technician (HSPA) or CBSPD/CBSP certification.
• At least 5 years of Sterile Processing Technician experience.
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques, sterilization methods, infection control, and workflow.
• Familiarity with a wide range of surgical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs duties in decontamination, sterilization, and preparation of instruments.
• Oversees workload and ensures priority and loaner trays are ready for cases.
• Maintains sterilization and biological monitoring records and reports issues promptly.
• Understands Sterrad system functionality and compatibility of equipment.
• Handles Washer Decontaminator use and chemical dilutions appropriately.
• Safely processes contaminated instruments and ensures proper preparation for hospital services.
• Manages supply distribution and instrument readiness.

Skills

Sterile Processing

Aseptic techniques

Infection control

Education

High School or GED

Certified Central Service Technician (HSPA) or CBSP

Tools

Sterrad Sterilization System

Washer Decontaminator

Job description

1164589_RR00122532 Job ID: 1164589_RR00122532

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center, which offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Sr. Associate, Ambulatory Surgery Sterile Processing - HSPA/CBSP - ASC Manhasset.

In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for the decontamination, sterilization, and preparation of instruments and patient care equipment at ASC Manhasset. Restocks/exchanges crash carts, issues supplies, operates sterilization equipment, and maintains required documentation for regulatory compliance. Assumes responsibility of the department in the absence of the Supervisor or Director.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned
• Oversees and assigns the workload each shift. Ensures all priority and loaner trays and equipment are processed and ready for scheduled cases and in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Reports issues or concerns to department supervisors for resolution in a timely manner. Assumes responsibility for the department in absence of the Supervisor or Director.
• Follows proper procedure for biological monitoring of sterilizers as per regulatory and hospital requirements. Responsible for daily review, compliance, and maintenance of all sterilization and biological monitoring records. Responsible for Sterility Assurance through the use of appropriate chemical and biological indicators and verification of sterilizer parameters.
• Responsible for the understanding of the functionality and appropriate use of the Sterrad Sterilization System, precautions, and compatibility of scopes and electronic equipment.
• Responsible for the understanding of the functionality and appropriate use of the Washer Decontaminator and chemical detergent and additive dilutions.
• Responsible for the appropriate handling and processing of Contaminated Instruments and equipment.
• Responsible for the proper identification, functionality, and preparation of surgical instruments for all hospital services.
• Responsible for the proper Supply Distribution.

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify you must have a High School or GED. Certified and Registered Central Service Technician (HSPA) OR Certification from the Certification for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSP). 5 years of Sterile Processing Tech experience. Basic knowledge of aseptic techniques and procedures, sterilization techniques and procedures, infection control and workflow principles and requirements, equipment and supply processing. Knowledge of all medical and surgical equipment and supplies within a hospital setting and the ability to identify items and ensure accuracy against catalog listing of surgical instruments and equipment. Exercises responsible judgment to provide necessary supplies and equipment for patient care. Familiarity with a variety of surgical equipment, including but not limited to: dental, optometry/ophthalmology, orthopedics, neurosurgery, gastroenterology, ENT, GYN, cardiology, dermatology, urology, podiatry, and general surgery.

Required Licenses

Sterile Proc & Dist-Cert CBSPD, Central Sterile tech (HSPA)

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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