Central Sterile Supply Tech - Hospital

77 consultants • Beaufort, SC

9d • $27 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves managing the decontamination, sterilization, and distribution of medical devices and surgical instrumentation within a hospital setting. The technician will be responsible for ensuring all equipment is properly processed, inspected, and prepared for patient use, adhering to strict health and safety regulations.

Requirements

• Degree: Certificate in Central Sterile Processing.
• Education: Completion of a recognized central sterile supply training course.
• Experience: A minimum of one year of hands-on experience as a central sterile supply technician post-certification.
• Certification: Hold current certification from either the International Association of Healthcare Central Services Materials Management or the National Institute of Healthcare Sterile Processing and Distribution Personnel.
• Life Support Certification: Must have a current American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
• Security Clearance: Ability to successfully pass a Government background check/security clearance, as required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Receive, disassemble, and conduct thorough inspections of reusable medical devices and surgical instrumentation to identify any damages.
• Manage the reception and disposal of regulated medical waste, general waste, and soiled linen in compliance with relevant health and safety standards.
• Adhere to OSHA regulations regarding the mandatory use of personal protective equipment (PPE) while operating in the decontamination area.
• Assess and implement the appropriate decontamination methods for the removal of blood, tissue fragments, bodily fluids, and other significant contaminants. This includes techniques such as wiping, soaking, rinsing, scrubbing, and utilizing ultrasonic and washer-decontamination/sterilization equipment.
• Conduct post-decontamination and pre-sterilization examinations to ensure the complete removal of gross contaminants and confirm the proper functionality of instruments.
• Ensure that all medical devices and surgical instruments are accurately labeled and identified for tracking and safety purposes.
• Assemble and prepare a comprehensive range of specialty trays and instrument sets. Select the appropriate wrapping or packaging materials for these sets, and determine the necessary sterilization methods in accordance with standard Military Treatment Facility (MTF) protocols—including Ethylene Oxide (ETO) and Steam Sterilization. Ensure items are adequately labeled, sealed, wrapped, or placed in appropriate rigid containers and that gas-sterilized items are aerated for the mandated duration.
• Receive and inspect sterilized trays, sets, and equipment after their cycle to verify the integrity of sterilization. This includes checks for color changes on indicator tapes, assessment of external and internal indicators, and evaluation of package dampness. Properly stock and store sterile items according to MTF procedures within the dedicated sterile storage area.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree