Central Sterile Technician, Certified

About the role

Your experience matters. Haywood Regional is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Central Sterile Technician joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier.

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.
• Provides processing and documentation of all sterile supplies and equipment daily using chemical, biological and mechanical indicators to verify sterility in accordance with manufacturer instructions and hospital policy.
• Provides monitoring and performance of antimicrobial and disinfection solutions testing according to manufacturer instructions and daily documentation.
• Provides operation of departmental equipment daily according to manufacturer instructions with emphasis on safety.
• Provides management of inventory levels of sterile supplies, ensuring all items are properly stored, tracked, and replenished as needed.
• Provides maintenance of accurate documentation of sterilization cycles, equipment maintenance, and inventory records.
• Provides collaboration with surgical teams to ensure all necessary sterile supplies are available for upcoming procedures.
• Provides customer service to all departments with a focus on patient needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Licensures: Central Sterile Technician (CSR) certification. Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire. ACLS and PALS are required within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• Certifications: Knowledge of anatomy and physiology to understand the function and proper handling of medical instruments. Experience in sterile processing or a related healthcare environment with a focus on aseptic technique. Strong understanding of medical terminology relevant to surgical instruments and procedures. Proficiency in inventory management systems to track supplies efficiently. Ability to follow detailed instructions precisely while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety. Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail for quality assurance purposes. Certification or training in sterile processing or central sterile services is preferred but not mandatory; relevant experience is highly valued.

Skills

• Certified Central Sterile Technician.
• One year of experience preferred.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Experience in sterile processing or a related healthcare environment.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology.
• Proficiency in inventory management systems.
• Precision in following detailed instructions.
• Attention to detail for quality assurance.
• Ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety.
• Organizational skills.
• Knowledge of medical instruments and procedures.

Benefits

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers comprehensive benefits:

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

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

This position is Full Time - Days.

EEOC Statement

Haywood Regional is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Haywood Regional is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.