Sterile Processing Tech: Decontamination & Sterilization

Atlantic Health; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Atlantic Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician in Summit, NJ, to sterilize and prepare medical instruments and equipment for surgeries and exams. You will clean, disinfect, decontaminate, assemble case carts, and maintain inventory while upholding quality standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, and a Sterile Processing program is preferred; certification as a Central Service Technician (CBSPD or HSPA/IAHCSMM) is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a Sterile Processing program preferred.
• Certified Central Service Technician (CBSPD or HSPA/IAHCSMM) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, decontaminate, inspect, assemble and sterilize medical and surgical instruments.
• Assemble and distribute case carts and care for patient care equipment.
• Maintain sterile processing areas and ensure quality metrics are met.
• Demonstrate proficiency and teamwork in all Sterile Processing Department areas.
• Follow Standard Precautions and safety protocols.

Skills

Sterile processing

Decontamination

Disinfection

Inspection

Instrument sterilization

Case cart assembly

Inventory management

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Sterile Processing program completion

Certified Central Service Technician (CBSPD or HSPA/IAHCSMM)

Job description

Atlantic Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician in Summit, NJ, to sterilize and prepare medical instruments and equipment for surgeries and exams. You will clean, disinfect, decontaminate, assemble case carts, and maintain inventory while upholding quality standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, and a Sterile Processing program is preferred; certification as a Central Service Technician (CBSPD or HSPA/IAHCSMM) is required.