Sterile Processing Tech ( Full-Time, Days)

Rochester Regional Health; City of Batavia (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health in Batavia, NY is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician. You will support hospital operations by decontaminating, assembling, sterilizing, and distributing sterile goods to all departments to ensure safe patient care.

This full-time days role provides a 37.5 hour week (Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm) with weekend on-call rotation; credentials in central service are required or in process, with time-bound certification milestones.

Qualifications

• Certification in central service is required or in progress with timelines.
• Evidence of credentialing within stated timeframes (18 months where applicable).
• Experience in sterile processing preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Process and supply sterile goods to hospital areas, including decontamination, assembly, sterilization, storage and distribution.
• Maintain stocked, clean work areas and safe handling of equipment.
• Transport medications from crash cart to pharmacy as needed.
• Report shortages and coordinate replenishment with appropriate staff.
• Adhere to department policies and safety procedures.

Education

CRCST - Certified Registered Central Service Technician

Sterile Processing certification

Grand-fathering documentation (as applicable)

Job description

SUMMARY

As a Sterile Processing Tech, your exceptional sterilization and processing abilities provide staff with the equipment they need to perform safe and successful procedures.

STATUS: Full-Time, Days

LOCATION: 127 North Street Batavia, NY 14020

DEPARTMENT: Sterile Processing Department

SCHEDULE: 37.5 Hrs Weekly, Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm

On Call: Weekend Rotation Every 6th weekend

Key Responsbilities:

• Responsible for processing and supplying sterile goods and equipment to all areas within the hospital, including decontamination, gleaning, packing, sterilizing, storing, and distribution.
• Maintains appropriate supplies used in the process of sterilizing items for use in the hospital and any other institution or organization deemed appropriate by the administrative staff.
• Reports any supply not readily available to appropriate parties for replenishment.
• Distributes needed supplies and equipment throughout the hospital and affiliates as ordered.
• Follows all department policies and procedures when distributing supplies and equipment.
• Keeps assigned areas clean, organized, and fully stocked with necessary supplies.
• Collects and cleans soiled equipment and machines, and maintains clean carts and shelves on floors, utilizing appropriate protective equipment and attire.
• Transport medications from crash cart to pharmacy.

Rochester General Health System is an Equal Opportunity / Aff ... Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Minimum Qualifications:

• Successfully passed a nationally accredited central service exam and holds and maintains one of the following credentials:
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician credential
• Certified Sterile Processing & Distribution Technician credential
• -OR-
• Grand-fathering Clause: Must provide evidence of employment or contract services as a Central Service Technician in a health care facility for a cumulative period of one year, occurring between 1/1/2011 – 1/1/2015.

Required License/Certification Skills:

• Central Service Technician certification required within 18 months of hire if does not meet grand-fathering requirements.
• Sterile Processing certification required within 18 months after employment if Hard to Fill clause is utilized
• Employees with Provisional Certification from IAHCSMM must obtain complete certification within 6 months from hire.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• CRCST - Certified Registered Central Service Technician - International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM)International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM)

PAY RANGE:

$20.75 - $25.00

Physical Requirements: Heavy - This category includes physically intensive work such as lifting heavy materials (up to 100 lbs.), climbing ladders, crawling into tight spaces, and working on uneven, slippery, or elevated surfaces. Employees must demonstrate strong motor coordination, balance, and spatial awareness to safely operate tools and equipment. High visual and auditory alertness is required, especially in areas with moving machinery. Emotional demands are moderate, focusing on hazard recognition, task accuracy, and adherence to safety standards. Environmental exposures may include extreme temperatures, dust, fumes, loud noise, and mechanical hazards. Personal protective equipment (PPE) and periodic physical examinations are often required.