Sterile Processing Technician
About The Position
CentraState Healthcare System, headquartered in Freehold, New Jersey, is a leading nonprofit healthcare provider dedicated to serving the community. Its comprehensive network includes CentraState Medical Center, a community-focused hospital, along with an ambulatory campus, two senior living facilities, three free-standing community health pavilions, and a charitable foundation. As the third-largest employer in Monmouth County, CentraState has earned repeated recognition as a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company, reinforcing its reputation as an exceptional workplace. CentraState Medical Center is currently seeking a Sterile Processing Technician in the Sterile Processing department. This role is responsible for maintaining Sterile Processing Service standards in the cleaning, processing, assembling, sterilizing, storing, and distributing of sterile supplies and patient care equipment. The technician also monitors and evaluates the sterilization process to ensure safety and compliance.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Completion of Sterile Processing Technician training course.
- Certification as Sterile Processing Technician required.
- National sterile processing program recognized by the NJSDHSS.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
Nice To Haves
- A minimum of one year of Sterile Processing Technician experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Ensures soiled equipment is retrieved from patient care area in a timely manner. All contaminated equipment should be covered for transport.
- Is able to distinguish between different disinfectants and detergents and know how to use and what to use them on.
- Follows set procedures using Preference Sheet, Count Sheets and or computer.
- Remove instruments requiring repair, replace as needed reports damaged or missing instruments to SPD manager.
- Follows manufacturer's operating instructions.
- Is able to use Steam Sterilizers, Steris System I, Sterrad, and instrument washer.
- Accurately reads and signs all sterilization recording charts.
- Performs Bowie Dick test and biological test and accurately documents results.
- Follows procedure for distribution of sterile supplies.
- Stocks and transports case carts according to policy and procedure.
- Distributes patient care equipment in a timely manner.
- Follows Sterile Storage Policy.
- Checks expiration date on sterile items.
- Rotates stock in Sterile Storage.
- Ensures linen is de-linted and inspected for holes.
- Assists in the picking and loading of supplies and instrumentation for the next day's Main OR and Labor & Delivery schedules.
- Collaborates with O/R staff and Desk Coordinator to facilitate instruments for cases and promotes expedient turnover.
- Follows procedure for inventory of all patient care equipment.
- Checks orders to ensure proper items are being signed for.
- Participates in PI/QA activities as requested.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (30 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
- 401(a) Retirement Plan with employer contribution
- PTO
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Well-Being Rewards
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fertility Coverage, Healthy Pregnancy Program
- Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
- Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
- Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives
- Continuing Education / Onsite Training
- A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care
- Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits
- Magnet recognized healthcare facility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
