Sterile Processing Technician — CRCST Certified

Virtua; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtua in New Jersey is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support infection control by collecting, cleaning, disinfecting and distributing portable patient care equipment, and by sterilizing surgical instruments for use in the OR, L&D, and other areas.

Responsibilities include preparing instrument trays, decontaminating equipment, assisting with training, and documenting sterilization results; CRCST certification within 6 months and a high school diploma or GED are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CRCST certification required within 6 months of employment; CER preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, inspects and assembles surgical instruments, powered surgical equipment, and endoscopes into instrument trays or packs for sterilization.
• Collects, cleans, disinfects patient care equipment and surgical instruments from clinical units and operating rooms.
• Assists in orientation and training of new hires.
• Operates, monitors and documents results of decontamination and sterilization equipment.
• Delivers patient care equipment, inventories specialty carts and replenishes supplies for the OR and related areas.
• Transports soiled and sterile surgical instrumentation between facilities.

Skills

Sterile processing

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CRCST certification (within 6 months)

Job description

Virtua in New Jersey is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support infection control by collecting, cleaning, disinfecting and distributing portable patient care equipment, and by sterilizing surgical instruments for use in the OR, L&D, and other areas.

Responsibilities include preparing instrument trays, decontaminating equipment, assisting with training, and documenting sterilization results; CRCST certification within 6 months and a high school diploma or GED are required.