Sterile Processing Tech: Instrument Prep & OR Support

Virtua; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtua in Camden, NJ seeks a Sterile Processing Tech to support infection control by cleaning, disinfecting and distributing portable patient care equipment prepared for bedside use. Responsibilities include assembling surgical instruments, decontaminating endoscopes, and distributing sterile supplies to ORs, L&D and related areas.

The role requires prior sterile processing experience or training, high school diploma or GED, and CRCST/CBSPD certification within 6 months of employment with CER

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CRCST/CBSPD certification required within 6 months of employment; CER preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, inspects and assembles surgical instruments, powered surgical equipment, and endoscopes into trays or packages for sterilization.
• Collects, cleans, disinfects patient care equipment and surgical instruments from units, OR, L&D and other invasive areas.
• Assists in orientation and training of new hires.
• Operates, monitors and documents results of decontamination and sterilization equipment.
• Delivers equipment, inventories carts and replenishes supplies for department and OR Case Cart System.
• Transports soiled and sterile instrumentation between facilities.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CRCST/CBSPD Certification

Job description

Virtua in Camden, NJ seeks a Sterile Processing Tech to support infection control by cleaning, disinfecting and distributing portable patient care equipment prepared for bedside use. Responsibilities include assembling surgical instruments, decontaminating endoscopes, and distributing sterile supplies to ORs, L&D and related areas.

The role requires prior sterile processing experience or training, high school diploma or GED, and CRCST/CBSPD certification within 6 months of employment with CER