Central Sterile Technician

Work where every moment matters.
Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.
Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals New England. We are a Level 1 Trauma Center that provides cutting edge treatment to its patients. This is made possible by being home to the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast and the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. When hospitals cannot provide the advanced care, expertise and new treatment options their patients require, they turn to us.
JOB SUMMARY
SPS Technician are not yet certified and will be required to train under the direct supervision of SPS Technician 3 or other assigned trainer for a minimum of 60 days. While training, the SPS Technician Non-Certified will perform duties including decontamination, instrument assembly, packaging, sterilization and case cart assembly. As required, job skills will be assessed and validated by their trainer and the SPS Site Manager before completion of the training program. This role and completion of the training program will prepare the SPS Tech for obtaining Sterile Processing Distribution Technician Certification and promotion to SPS Tech 1.

Qualifications:

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Licensure, Certification, Registration

• Must obtain "Sterile Processing Distribution Technician Certification" from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution Inc. (CBSPD) or Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) from IAHCSMM within 24 months of hire (in accordance with CT state law).

We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment .