Noncertified Central Sterile Technician (CST)

Lifepoint Health • Somerset, KY

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Noncertified Central Sterile Technician. This role is vital to the hospital's mission of making communities healthier. The Surgery Center offers a supportive, family-oriented environment with a six-month orientation, opportunities for specialization and cross-training, and a strong focus on safety. The hospital itself is a 295-bed acute care facility with over 40 years of service to the Somerset community, recognized for its exceptional care and accreditations from The Joint Commission and U.S. News & World Report.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides inspection, decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of instruments and other patient care equipment in accordance with processing guidelines, AAMI, AORN, TJC, and OSHA requirements.
• Operates departmental equipment daily according to manufacturer instructions with emphasis on safety.
• Provides customer service to all departments with a focus on the patient need.
• Processes and documents all sterile supplies and equipment daily using chemical, biological and mechanical indicators to verify sterility in accordance with manufacturer instructions and hospital policy.
• Monitors and performs antimicrobial and disinfection solutions testing according to manufacturer instructions and documentation daily.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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