Sterile Processing Technologist (CRCST/CSPD)

Northwell Health; Bethpage (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health in Bethpage, NY is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to disassemble, clean, sterilize and package surgical instruments in accordance with manufacturer and hospital specifications. You will operate washers, sterilizers, ultrasonic units, steam and EO sterilizers, and ensure correct assembly and functionality of instruments.

You will follow instrument count sheets, rotate trays, maintain inventory, document daily activities, and participate in quality control programs while

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Sterile processing certification (CRCST or CSPD) or provisional certification required.
• Must complete NY State continuing education credits to maintain certification.

Responsibilities

• Disassembles, cleans, sterilizes, and packages sterile supplies per specifications.
• Operates washers, sterilizers, ultrasonic machines, steam and ethylene oxide sterilizers.
• Adheres to instrument count sheets and storage guidelines.
• Transports sterile supplies to surgical and clinical locations.
• Notifies supervisor of malfunctioning items and records issues.
• Maintains records and documents daily activities per department policies.
• Follows AORN, AAMI and Joint Commission standards and participates in quality control.

Skills

Sterile processing

Manual dexterity

English communication

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

CRCST/CSPD certification or provisional

Tools

Washers

Sterilizers

Ultrasonic machines

Steam sterilizers

Ethylene oxide sterilizers

Heat sealers

Job description

Northwell Health in Bethpage, NY is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to disassemble, clean, sterilize and package surgical instruments in accordance with manufacturer and hospital specifications. You will operate washers, sterilizers, ultrasonic units, steam and EO sterilizers, and ensure correct assembly and functionality of instruments.

You will follow instrument count sheets, rotate trays, maintain inventory, document daily activities, and participate in quality control programs while