Sterile Processing Apprentice (CRCST)

Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC); Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

GBMC HealthCare in Baltimore is seeking a Sterile Processing Assistant under direct supervision to learn, handle and store instruments and processed goods for redistribution across the Medical Center.

The role supports Sterile Processing Specialists, requires a high school diploma or GED, completion of the didactic portion of the Sterile Processing Program, provisional CRCST certification, and 400 practicum hours within the first three months of employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of didactic portion of Sterile Processing Program.
• Provisional CRCST certification (HSPA) required.
• Complete 400 practicum hours within first 3 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Learn layout and functions of all areas within the sterile processing department (Decontamination, prep and pack, case carts, assembly, sterilization, etc.).
• Understand major processes including decontamination, sterilization, sterile storage, assembly, case cart picking, and testing.
• Instrument handling and inspection; identify missing or malfunctioning parts.
• Assist in collecting and cleaning instruments in decontamination and breakdown of case carts.
• Observe sterilization processes and learn how to complete documentation for processed loads; support updating par levels and inventory systems.

Skills

Follow directions

Fast-paced environment

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Read/write legibly

Education

Highschool Diploma or GED

Sterile Processing Program didactic portion

Job description

GBMC HealthCare in Baltimore is seeking a Sterile Processing Assistant under direct supervision to learn, handle and store instruments and processed goods for redistribution across the Medical Center.

The role supports Sterile Processing Specialists, requires a high school diploma or GED, completion of the didactic portion of the Sterile Processing Program, provisional CRCST certification, and 400 practicum hours within the first three months of employment.