Sterile Processing Technician: Decontam & Pack Specialist

Northwell Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health in New York seeks a Sterile Processing Technician to perform decontamination, sterilization, packaging and distribution of instruments per department procedures. You will operate washers, steam and ethylene oxide sterilizers, ensure instrument integrity, manage inventory, and coordinate with perioperative staff to meet instrument needs while maintaining a contaminant-free work area.

This position requires a high school diploma and sterile processing certification (CRCST/CSPD)

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CRCST or CSPD certification, or provisional CRCST.
• Must complete NY State continuing education credits for certification.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, clean, sterilize, reassemble and package sterile supplies.
• Operate washers, steam and ethylene oxide sterilizers and related equipment.
• Adhere to instrument count sheets and storage guidelines.
• Maintain records and report equipment issues.
• Transport sterile supplies to locations and support inventory management.

Skills

Manual dexterity

English communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Sterile processing certification (CRCST or CSPD) OR provisional certification (CRCST)

Tools

Sterilizers

Ultrasonic cleaners

Job description

Northwell Health in New York seeks a Sterile Processing Technician to perform decontamination, sterilization, packaging and distribution of instruments per department procedures. You will operate washers, steam and ethylene oxide sterilizers, ensure instrument integrity, manage inventory, and coordinate with perioperative staff to meet instrument needs while maintaining a contaminant-free work area.

This position requires a high school diploma and sterile processing certification (CRCST/CSPD)