Central Sterile Technician

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Description:

Come join the Surgical Services at Saint Mary's Hospital, part of Trinity Health Of New England! We are a member of the nationwide Trinity Health family, bringing compassionate care to our communities.

Position Purpose:

Under the supervision of a Certified Central Sterile Technician, provides a variety of sterilization processing functions, manual and automated decontamination procedures.  Provides sterile instruments and clean equipment to the Operating Room, Gastroenterology, Women-Infant Center, Emergency Department and other departments as needed.

What you will do:

• Provides technical support by decontaminating, processing, and reassembling instruments for sterilization. Safely operate all steam, Sterrad and E+O Sterilizers, utilize cart washer and washer-decontaminators.

• Support the Operating Room by completing case carts efficient and according to individual needs. Filling stock list requests and communicate the need for reordering supplies appropriately.

• Supports hospital safety initiatives by using supplies and equipment appropriately, maintains approved infection control policies and standards, and handles chemicals and other potentially hazardous substances appropriately.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English

• Certification: Central Sterile Processing Technician or Graduate of a program that qualifies the candidate to sit and pass the exam within six months from date of hire.

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Full-Time, 40 Hours-Evening Shift (Rotating Weekends and Holidays On-Call)

• Health Insurance Coverage

• Career growth and advancement potential

Ministry/Facility Information

Trinity Health Of New England is an integrated health care delivery system that is comprised of world-class providers and facilities dedicated to full spectrum preventative, acute, and post-acute care. We aim to deliver top level care to increase our community's overall health at lower costs. While we serve nearly 3 million people, we are proud to be a part of a national system that focuses on putting our patients first and having the best colleagues to do so. 

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.