Sterile Processing Tech (Full-Time, Evenings)

103 Rochester General Hospital; United States; Presencial; USD 29.000 - 34.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech for the Evening shift at 1425 Portland Ave, Rochester NY. The role involves processing and supplying sterile goods, maintaining supplies, and ensuring compliance with department policies.

The position requires CR CST or CPDS credentials, or grandfathering evidence, with certification updates as required. Heavy lifting and PPE use are part of daily responsibilities.

Formación

• Pass a nationally accredited central service exam and maintain one of the listed credentials.
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CR CST) credential or Certified Sterile Processing & Distribution Technician credential.
• Grand-fathering clause requires evidence of healthcare facility Central Service work for 1 year between 2011-2015.
• Maintains certification within specified timeframes if provisional or required by policy.

Responsabilidades

• Process and supply sterile goods and equipment to hospital areas (decontamination, gleaming, packing, sterilizing, storing, distribution).
• Maintain supplies used in sterilizing items and ensure availability for hospital and affiliates.
• Report shortages and coordinate replenishment with appropriate staff.
• Distribute supplies and equipment throughout hospital and affiliates as needed.
• Follow department policies and procedures for distribution and stocking; keep areas clean and stocked.
• Transport medications from crash cart to pharmacy and ensure safe handling.
• Adhere to PPE and safety standards during all processing activities.

Conocimientos

CR CST credential

Central Service experience

IAHCSMM credential awareness

Descripción del empleo

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, Evenings

LOCATION

1425 Portland Avenue Rochester, NY 14621

DEPARTMENT

Sterile Processing Dept

SCHEDULE

Monday - Friday 3pm - 1130p

Weekend Rotation

One weekend every 7 to 8 weeks

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

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.

Rochester General Health System is an Equal Opportunity / Affiliated Employer.

Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

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

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. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE

$20.75 - $25.00

CITY

Rochester

POSTAL CODE

14621

Additional Notes

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affiliated Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Company Description

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It's vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.