Sterile Processing Specialist: Instrument Prep & OR Support

Kent Hospital; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Hospital in Warwick, Rhode Island, is seeking a Surgical Central Sterile Technician to manage the decontamination, cleaning, and sterilization of surgical instruments. This role includes collaboration with the OR team to ensure proper products are available for surgery.

Candidates must possess HSPA CRCST certification and have strong skills in inventory management and problem solving. The position involves compliance with federal and state regulations and participation in process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 6 months of Surgical Services experience preferred.
• Required to have HSPA CRCST certification.
• High school degree or equivalent required.
• Must have skills in inventory management and problem solving.
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, inspect, process and assemble surgical instrumentation.
• Understand and operate sterilizers and decontaminators.
• Disinfect video scopes and perform visual inspections.
• Assemble instrument trays according to assembly count sheets.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain to organize surgical supplies.
• Comply with all federal and state regulations.

Skills

Inventory management

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team leadership

Multitasking

Education

High school degree or equivalent

HSPA CRCST certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kent Hospital in Warwick, Rhode Island, is seeking a Surgical Central Sterile Technician to manage the decontamination, cleaning, and sterilization of surgical instruments. This role includes collaboration with the OR team to ensure proper products are available for surgery.

Candidates must possess HSPA CRCST certification and have strong skills in inventory management and problem solving. The position involves compliance with federal and state regulations and participation in process improvement initiatives.