Sterilization Technician Opportunities

carenewengland; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Hospital in Rhode Island is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate, clean, process, distribute, store and sterilize surgical instruments in the Sterile Processing area.

Experience is preferred (6 months in Surgical Services) and CRCST certification is required; non-certified Tech roles may also be available. High school diploma or equivalent is required. Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office is expected.

Qualifications

• 6 months of Surgical Services experience preferred.
• CRCST certification required; non-certified Sterile Tech positions available.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Skills in inventory management, analytical skills, problem-solving, interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication, team leadership and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, process, distribute, store and sterilize surgical instrumentation in the Sterile Processing area.
• Interact with surgeons, nurses and OR team to ensure proper products are available during surgery.

Skills

Inventory management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Team leadership & participation

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CRCST certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Why Kent Hospital? Nationally recognized facility, offers full spectrum of primary and acute care services, 2nd largest hospital in RI, affiliate of the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine (UNECOM) for medical education, easy access suburban location, dedicated staff.

The Kent Medical Staff represents more than 30 specialty areas. Their credentials include training in leading educational and medical institutions worldwide. The hospital's care team includes more than 2,300 nurses, technical professionals, and support staff.

Primary Function

Responsible for the decontamination, cleaning, processing, distribution, storage, and sterilizing surgical instrumentation in the Sterile Processing area. Instrument/equipment knowledge and interaction with the surgeons, nurses, and OR team is vital to ensure proper products are available during surgery.

Job Qualifications

• 6 months of Surgical Services experience preferred.
• Required to have HSPA CRCST (Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician) certification
  • Positions also available for Non-Certified Sterile Tech
• High school degree or equivalent required.
• Must have skills and abilities in inventory management, analytical skills, problem-solving, interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication, team leadership and participation, and the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office.

Why consider an opportunity with the Kent Hospital?

• Dedicated Management Team
• Rewarding Work
• Enjoy Life-Work Balance
• Healthy work environment with kind and compassionate co-workers
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Package
• On-site Free Parking
• Excellent Medical Benefits that are Exceptionally Affordable!

Care New England Health System (CNE)

and its member institutions—Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, The Providence Center, and Care New England Wellness Center—are trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, and honing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in the important discussions people need to have about their health.

Care New England believes in treating all employees and applicants of diverse backgrounds with dignity and respect, which is one of CNE’s core values. Diversity refers to all differences between people. This includes, but is not limited to: gender, race, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religious beliefs or spirituality, national origin, ethnicity, physical ability, cognitive ability, medical condition or reproductive and behavioral health.

We further believe in treating such individuals with dignity and respect regardless of their geographic or socioeconomic background, political affiliation, culture, title and practice area, communication and learning style, or any other real or perceived differences.