Sterile Processing Technician (CRCST-Certified)

Virtua; Marlton (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

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

Responsibilities include preparing and inspecting instrument trays, transporting equipment between facilities, and assisting in training new hires; CRCST certification within 6 months is required and CER preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous sterile processing experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CRCST/CBSPD Certification 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 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 clean and sterile equipment, inventories carts and replenishes supplies for department and centralized OR Case Cart System.
• Transports soiled and sterile instrumentation between facilities.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CRCST/CBSPD Certification

Job description

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

Responsibilities include preparing and inspecting instrument trays, transporting equipment between facilities, and assisting in training new hires; CRCST certification within 6 months is required and CER preferred.