Central Sterile Technician

Position Summary We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Central Sterile Technician-LOC 38th St SPD-Day Shift (37.5 Hours). In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for all instruments exchange carts, par level carts, instrument sets, single peel packs, and emergency supplies, meeting established quotas both qualitatively and quantitatively. They deliver them to the surgical suites in a timely manner, decontaminate, disinfect, test, adjust and assemble mobile patient equipment, assist in decontaminating designated surgical instrumentation, inventory, order and stock medical disposable goods in storage areas, and manage materials handling within the sterile processing area. They also answer telephones, handle face‑to‑face interactions with internal and external customers, and actively participate in continuous quality improvement processes. Job Responsibilities Demonstrates knowledge of decontamination, disinfection and cleaning methods. Performs other duties as assigned. Performs and documents quality assurance processes, and random sampling of products according to protocol. Incorporates infection control guidelines during the transferring, storing and transporting of sterile packages. Effectively enters, modifies and searches information in the instrument tracking system. Demonstrates knowledge of sterilization processes, documentation and delivery of sterile packages. Demonstrates knowledge of major surgical instruments preparation and assembly, inspection and packaging. Minimum Qualifications To qualify you must have a High School Diploma or equivalent. Certification from the Certification for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) Certified Or Registered Central Service Technician (HSPA): (1) Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST), (2) Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER), or (3) Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor (CFER). Provisional certification is acceptable. 400 hours of on‑hands training will need to be achieved prior to expiration of the provisional certification. Required Licenses Sterile Proc & Dist-Cert CBSPD, Central Sterile tech (HSPA) Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of specific health care products, patient care equipment, surgical instruments, medical terminology and basic use is required. Completion of formal central service technician or surgical technologist education program. Basic computer skills. Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time‑off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well‑being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family. NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online. View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal. NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $63,948.07 - $63,948.07 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. To view the Pay Transparency Notice, please click here. #J-18808-Ljbffr