Central Sterile Processing Technician

Cooper University Hospital•Camden, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Carries out procedures for department functions, including, but not limited to: Washing, inspecting, packaging, and sterilizing instruments/equipment Maintaining accurate monitoring records Using and interpreting chemical and biological indicators Performs appropriate cleaning of all sterilization equipment Assisting OR personnel in locating/reprocessing instruments Participating in performance improvement activities. Follows established policies & procedures. Communicates openly with internal customers and supervisors. Provides excellent customer service interfacing well with all levels of staff, management, and physicians.

Requirements

Previous surgical instrumentation/equipment decontamination and sterilization with familiarity of various instrument sterilization methods required
Must possess excellent customer service skills, initiative and ability to take independent action, and be capable of establishing and maintaining outstanding working relationships
High school diploma or GED required
CSP Certification (CRCST or CBSPD Certification)
Must maintain certification

Nice To Haves

Previous operating room technician or central supply technician experience (including appropriate certification) preferred

Responsibilities

Washing, inspecting, packaging, and sterilizing instruments/equipment
Maintaining accurate monitoring records
Using and interpreting chemical and biological indicators
Performs appropriate cleaning of all sterilization equipment
Assisting OR personnel in locating/reprocessing instruments
Participating in performance improvement activities
Follows established policies & procedures
Communicates openly with internal customers and supervisors
Provides excellent customer service interfacing well with all levels of staff, management, and physicians