Central Sterile Technician, Noncertified

Lifepoint Health • Hickory, NC

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About The Position

The Central Sterile Technician collects, decontaminates, stores, and distributes reusable supplies and patient care equipment in the hospital. The role inspects, decontaminates, assembles, and sterilizes instruments and other patient care equipment in accordance with processing guidelines and applicable AAMI, AORN, TJC, and OSHA requirements. The technician operates departmental equipment according to manufacturer instructions, emphasizing safety, and serves departments with a focus on patient needs. The position reports to the Director of Surgery Services. It is non-exempt. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within 30 days of hire.

Requirements

• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect, decontaminate, store, and distribute reusable supplies and patient care equipment.
• Inspect, decontaminate, assemble, and sterilize instruments and other patient care equipment in accordance with processing guidelines and AAMI, AORN, TJC, and OSHA requirements.
• Operate departmental equipment daily according to manufacturer instructions, with emphasis on safety.
• Provide customer service to all departments, focusing on patient needs.
• Process and document sterile supplies and equipment daily, using chemical, biological, and mechanical indicators to verify sterility in accordance with manufacturer instructions and hospital policy.
• Monitor and perform antimicrobial and disinfection solutions testing according to manufacturer instructions, documenting the results daily.

What This Job Offers

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