Sterile Processing Tech: Elevate Patient Care & Safety

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; New London (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Dartmouth Health is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to decontaminate, clean, process, and sterilize supplies and equipment for the department in accordance with infection control practices. You will follow manufacturer instructions for steam and low-temperature sterilization and maintain a clean work environment per policy.

The role requires knowledge of surgical instrument kits, assembly, and adherence to AAMI guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Central Sterile certification required within 2 years of hire (CBSPD).

Responsibilities

• Follows manufacturer instructions for use for steam and low temperature sterilization.
• Follows manufacturer instructions for decontamination and disinfection of instruments and flexible endoscopes.
• Demonstrates knowledge of surgical instrument kits and how to inspect and assemble kits.
• Adheres to hospital CSR policies and AAMI guidelines.
• Performs equipment testing and reports abnormal results.
• Delivers sterile instruments and kits promptly within 48 hours to other departments.
• Maintains a clean work environment per regulator guidelines and hospital policy.
• Attends staff meetings and required trainings; participates in orientation of new staff.
• Performs other daily tasks as needed and assists with reps and the OR as required.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Dartmouth Health is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to decontaminate, clean, process, and sterilize supplies and equipment for the department in accordance with infection control practices. You will follow manufacturer instructions for steam and low-temperature sterilization and maintain a clean work environment per policy.

The role requires knowledge of surgical instrument kits, assembly, and adherence to AAMI guidelines.