Central Sterilization Technician

Requirements

• Decontaminate and clean used instruments and equipment using manual and automated methods in accordance with infection control standards
• Follow all safety and infection prevention policies, including the use of personal protective equipment
• Inspect, assemble, and prepare surgical trays and instrument sets according to procedural specifications and physician preferences
• Sterilize instruments and materials using autoclaves and other approved methods
• Maintain accurate records for quality control and regulatory compliance
• Operate, maintain and clean sterilization equipment regularly; report equipment malfunctions to supervisor
• Communicate with nursing units, operating rooms, and other departments to coordinate the supply and delivery of sterile items
• Monitor inventory of sterile and non-sterile supplies; assist in restocking and rotating supplies to ensure availability and prevent expiration
• Collect and/or receive supplies used in daily operation of the organization and dispose of according to standard protocols
• Distribute supply of instruments ensuring to maintain sterility
• Promptly report and document any occurrences of unusual events, safety concerns, or incidents in accordance with organization policies and procedures
• Participate in the department’s on-call rotation and respond promptly to call-ins to ensure continuous patient care and surgical support as needed
• Use the organization's secure messaging platform in accordance with departmental protocols, including timely receipt and responses to communications
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
• Company paid life insurance
• Free meals
• Free scrubs with laundry service
• PTO
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness reimbursement