Sterile Processing Technician

Next Move Healthcare; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Next Move Healthcare as a Sterile Processing Technician in New York City, where you'll play a vital role in the surgical team by ensuring instruments are meticulously sterilized and prepared. This role emphasizes infection control, teamwork, and adherence to high healthcare standards, with comprehensive training opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions

Paid time off and opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required; technical training preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and equipment crucial.
• Flexibility for scheduling, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Clean, sterilize, and maintain surgical instruments and equipment.
• Guarantee proper sterilization of surgical instruments.
• Collaborate with surgical staff to ensure efficiency and safety.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Sterile processing equipment knowledge

Flexibility with scheduling

Education

High school diploma/GED

Provisional CRCST certification

Technical training or education

Job description

About the job Sterile Processing Technician

Location: New York City, NY

Salary: $25 to $30 per hour

Role Overview

Join our healthcare team as a Sterile Processing Technician, playing a crucial role in supporting surgical procedures by ensuring the precise sterilization and preparation of surgical instruments. This position is key to maintaining rigorous infection control standards and aiding surgical teams in a high-energy setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Function as a vital part of the OR team by cleaning, sterilizing, and maintaining surgical instruments and equipment.
• Guarantee that all surgical instruments and trays are properly sterilized and ready for use in procedures.
• Uphold strict sterile practices to safeguard patient safety and enhance procedure efficiency.
• Work collaboratively with surgical staff, nurses, and other sterile processing team members to provide top-notch support.
• Manage the decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments.
• Address and report any issues with instrument functionality or equipment malfunctions.
• Comply with all hospital policies and standards pertaining to sterile processing and infection control.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required; additional technical training or education is preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and sterile processing equipment is crucial.
• Must be flexible with scheduling, including availability for nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts.
• We welcome candidates with a Provisional CRCST, indicating successful exam completion, and prefer those fully certified.

Benefits Package

• Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Savings and Insurance: Health Savings Account (HSA), employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability.
• Retirement Planning: 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Additional Benefits: Voluntary life insurance for you and your dependents, paid time off, and opportunities for career development.

Why Join Us?

Become a member of a dedicated team committed to exceptional healthcare standards. Your role as a Sterile Processing Technician is integral to ensuring the safety and efficiency of surgical procedures. Apply today to make a significant impact in a supportive, collaborative environment.