CSP Tech II - CRCST

Central Sterile Processing Technician II - CRCST

Expectations:

Responsible for cleaning, decontaminating, inspecting, assembling, packaging and sterilizing all instruments and equipment from all areas of the facility as well as the operation and care of same equipment and instruments. Able to setup patient care carts and maintain patient care equipment. Knowledge of instrument processing techniques, including but not limited to cleaning, decontamination, assembly and sterilization. Ability to work, multi-task and prioritize in a stressful environment.

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalency.

Experience/Training: Minimum of two years' experience with surgical instrumentation required. Minimum two years prior central service experience or Surgical Technology experience required. Completion of a Sterile Processing Program or Surgical Technology Program required.

Licenses/Certifications: Required: Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) issued by Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) or current Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) issued by Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA).

Skills: Basic computer skills. Surgical instrumentation knowledge, ability to apply standard blood and body fluid precautions. Able to demonstrate and perform steam, low temperature sterilization. Performs essential functions on CSP equipment and mechanical devices are tested and validated to meet regulatory requirements required.