Central Sterile Technician

Responsible for decontamination, cleaning, processing and sterilization of supplies and equipment dispensed by the department following established infection control practices. Must be conscientious with regard to procedures and capable of working under pressure and interacting professionally with other departments within the hospital. Able to accept new ideas and learn position duties. Duties may include assignment to the Operating Room to assist in room turnover, picking surgical supplies / instruments for surgical cases. High school graduate or equivalent. Medical Terminology preferred. One year of experience as a Sterile Processing Technician preferred. O.R. experience preferred. On the job training provided. Excellent Communication Skills required. IAHCSMM certification preferred.Must be able to work with blood and bio-burden.Responsible for decontamination, cleaning, processing and sterilization of supplies and equipment dispensed by the department following established infection control practices. Must be conscientious with regard to procedures and capable of working under pressure and interacting professionally with other departments within the hospital. Able to accept new ideas and learn position duties. Duties may include assignment to the Operating Room to assist in room turnover, picking surgical supplies / instruments for surgical cases. High school graduate or equivalent. Medical Terminology preferred. One year of experience as a Sterile Processing Technician preferred. O.R. experience preferred. On the job training provided. Excellent Communication Skills required. IAHCSMM certification preferred. Must be able to work with blood and bio-burden.