Sterile Processing Tech I: Instrument Prep & Sterilization

Yale NewHaven Health; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale NewHaven Health is seeking a Central Service Technician to support sterilization and processing of surgical instruments. You will work in SPD, ensuring decontamination, assembly, packaging, and sterilization while maintaining records and quality standards in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Responsibilities include using ABACUS for instrument tracking, adhering to SPD SOPs, and participating in ongoing training to uphold infection control and sterility for patient care.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED.
• Requires six months of experience as a central service technician or equivalent credential.
• Must obtain a CRST or CSPDT credential within 24 months of hire.
• Must maintain certification and complete 10 hours of CE related to infection control annually.
• Physical ability to lift up to 30 pounds and work in a fast-paced SPD environment.

Responsibilities

• Fosters teamwork and effective communication.
• Takes an active role in department and cross-functional team activities.
• Brings team projects to conclusion on time and communicates results to associates.
• Participates in hospital-based and outside professional development opportunities.
• Uses Instrument Tracking System, Lawson Inventory Control, and EPIC OR scheduling systems to ensure sterility and traceability.

Skills

Computer Basics

ABACUS

Teamwork

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Instrument Tracking System (ABACUS)

Job description

Yale NewHaven Health is seeking a Central Service Technician to support sterilization and processing of surgical instruments. You will work in SPD, ensuring decontamination, assembly, packaging, and sterilization while maintaining records and quality standards in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Responsibilities include using ABACUS for instrument tracking, adhering to SPD SOPs, and participating in ongoing training to uphold infection control and sterility for patient care.