Central Sterile Service Technician I

Sentara Health • Norfolk, VA

3d • $22 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

The Central Sterile Services Technician I is responsible for the decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and preparation of surgical instruments, medical equipment, and supplies used in patient care. This position operates and maintains sterilization equipment according to established procedures and standards. Examines medical equipment for defects and reports faulty equipment to appropriate personnel.

Requirements

• HSD/GED REQUIRED

Nice To Haves

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - Certification - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) Preferred
• 1 year CSS, sterilization, and/or central sterile processing experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and preparation of surgical instruments, medical equipment, and supplies used in patient care.
• Operates and maintains sterilization equipment according to established procedures and standards.
• Examines medical equipment for defects and reports faulty equipment to appropriate personnel.

Benefits

• Market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits.
• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(k)/403(b) with employer match
• Paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays)
• Paid parental and military leave
• Educational assistance or student loan repayment
• Voluntary benefits
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Emergency Backup Care
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED