Central Processing Technician, Forbes, Full Time, Rotational Schedule

Allegheny Health Network

We are currently offering a sign-on bonus for Central Processing Technician eligible full-time positions! The amount of the sign-on bonus is dependent upon your years of Central Processing experience.

$5,000 sign on bonus, 2-year commitment no experience necessary

$7,000 sign on bonus, 2-year commitment 1 2 years of Sterile Processing experience, with certification

$10,000 sign on bonus, 2-year commitment > 2 years of Sterile Processing experience with certification

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

This job receives, cleans, distributes and stores medical instruments and equipment.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cleans, disinfects, decontaminates, and sterilizes medical instruments and equipment using appropriate methods, substances and equipment. (30%)
• Receives, stocks, packages, and distributes medical instruments and equipment. (30%)
• Performs and documents required quality assurance testing and inspection on stock. Inventories and reorders supplies. (30%)
• Properly disposes of biohazardous substances, chemicals, medical waste, and unusable equipment and supplies. (10%)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• High school diploma or GED; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• For Central Service Technician (CST) hired after 12/29/2020 -- Employees who practice central sterile by the health care facility on or before December 29, 2020 are exempt from certification requirements:
• Pass a nationally accredited central service exam within 18 months from hire date
• Maintain one of the following: Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) OR Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT)

Preferred

• Sterile processing or hospital setting experience.
• Enrollment in a surgical tech / sterile processing program.

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