Central Supply Technician (PD)

Northwell Health

About The Position

The Central Supply Technician performs instrumentation decontamination, sterilization, packaging, inventory, and distribution tasks in accordance with department policies and procedures. The position retrieves used trays, instruments, and equipment from hospital surgical and clinical areas; cleans, inspects, assembles, sterilizes, packages, stores, and distributes supplies; and supports inventory, documentation, quality control, and a contaminant-free work environment. The technician follows applicable AORN, AAMI, and Joint Commission standards and safety protocols, and participates in required training. The schedule includes two weekend shifts per month and one major summer and one major winter holiday.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Sterile processing certification (CRCST or CSPD).
Complete minimum annual continuing education credits required by New York State and additional continuing education credits required to maintain certification status.
Ability to lift and carry 25 pounds.
Manual dexterity and ability to stand, bend, lift, and/or reach for extended periods.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing, and follow oral and/or written instructions.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience processing surgical information.

Responsibilities

Disassemble, clean, sterilize, reassemble, and package sterile supplies according to specifications and manufacturer instructions.
Use the appropriate sterilization method for different types of instrumentation, following department procedures.
Operate washers, sterilizers, ultrasonic machines, steam and ethylene oxide sterilizers, heat sealers, and other equipment used in sterilization procedures.
Follow instrument count sheets for surgical sets and case carts.
Cover and rotate trays and sets according to sterile storage guidelines.
Follow safety protocols, including proper body mechanics and use of protective apparel during decontamination procedures.
Retrieve used trays, instruments, and equipment from surgical and clinical hospital areas for decontamination.
Examine instruments and patient care equipment for cleanliness, proper assembly, and functionality.
Identify malfunctioning items, record related information, and promptly notify a supervisor or biomedical engineer.
Receive and fill requisitions from hospital departments and nursing units.
Communicate with perioperative staff regarding instrument needs.
Transport sterile supplies to assigned surgical and clinical locations.
Assist with ordering, stocking, and maintaining department inventory levels.
Perform duties needed to maintain a contaminant-free work environment.
Document and maintain records of daily activities according to department policies and procedures.
Adhere to AORN, AAMI, and Joint Commission standards, including biological, chemical, and mechanical monitoring.
Participate in department quality control programs and in-service training as required.
Perform related duties as required.