Sterile Processing Technician - Lead

BJC HealthCare; Creve Coeur (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital is seeking a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) to join the Surgical Services team. The role oversees decontamination, prep, pack, documentation of sterilization records, and sterile storage to ensure patient safety.

You will assist the CSPD supervisor, train staff, and coordinate with surgical services. Minimum education includes a High School Diploma or GED; CRCST certification is required; experience under 2 years preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: HS Diploma or GED, CRCST certification.
• Experience: <2 years in CSPD or similar setting.
• Knowledge of decontamination, sterilization and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assembles and processes instrument sets, trays, supplies and linen.
• Troubleshoots steam sterilizers and equipment failures.
• Coordinates between surgical services and CSPD in the assigned area.
• Provides training and guidance to CSPD staff.

Skills

Decontamination procedures

Sterilization troubleshooting

Staff training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CRCST Certification

Tools

Steam sterilizers

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

Join the Surgical Services Team at BJC Healthcare - West County Hospital. BJC Healthcare - West County Hospital is dedicated to your growth and development. Be a part of an environment where you can thrive!

• Full-time and Benefits
• Schedule: Monday - Friday
• Hours: 12:00pm - 8:30pm
• On Call - None
• Must be Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)

Overview

Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital offers highly specialized surgical and medical services in an intimate environment and is known for outstanding patient care. With 64 private patient rooms, 14 operating rooms and four intensive care unit rooms, the facility was designed to provide a comforting environment that is innovative, efficient and centered on the patient experience. The campus features a park-like setting with landscaping and a walking path that winds through the grounds and connects to Millennium Park.

Barnes-Jewish West County Central Sterile Processing Department provides a service that is an integral part of the quality of care that we provide for our patients. We ensure the integrity and sterility of our products and services for our customers. We control all parts of the sterilization process: decontamination, prep & pack, documentation of sterilization records, and sterile storage.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

Assists the supervisor in providing quality, cost-effective decontamination, sterilization, and distribution services. Trains and directs CSPD staff, problem solves equipment failures and functions as a charge person in the absence of the Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Assembles and processes instruments sets, trays, supplies and linen; prioritizes trays and tasks according to the surgery schedule.
• Utilizes and troubleshoots steam sterilizers.
• Serves as the primary coordinator between surgical services and central supply sterile processing department in assigned clinical service area.
• Provides training and guidance to staff.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience

• <2 years

Supervisor Experience

• No Experience

Licenses & Certifications

• Cert/Lic in Area of Expertise

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

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*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer