Central Sterile Technician

Description IntroductionDo you have the PRN career opportunities as a Central Sterile Technician you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. David's Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.BenefitsSt. David's Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.Fertility and family building benefits through ProgynyFree counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeingFamily support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)Employee Stock Purchase PlanRetirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnershipsEducation assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)Colleague recognition programTime Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a Central Sterile Technician where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!Job Summary and QualificationsAs a Central Sterile Technician, you will work in the decontamination room cleaning and assembling surgical instruments. You will remain knowledgeable of surgical instruments, tray set ups, sterilizing techniques, and basic sterile processing department practices, and will operate all sterile processing equipment safely and efficiently.You will clean and decontaminate surgical instruments using detergents and disinfecting solutionsYou will wrap, seal, and label items that are to be sterilizedYou will sterilize instruments, equipment, surgical linen, and related supplies using plasma and steam sterilizersYou will prepare surgical packs, instruments, dressings, and treatment traysYou will ensure proper storage of sterilized and prepared supplies and equipment in designated areasYou will inventory equipment used and record daily patient chargesYou will inform bio-med of equipment that is no longer serviceable or of any other issues that ariseYou will compile department statistics and file information as assignedJob RequirementsExperienceAt least 1 year of sterile processing experience in hospital settingEducationHigh school diploma or GED equivalentCompletion of an accredited Sterile Processing program – preferredLicenses and CertificationsCertification in Sterile Processing through International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) – required within 6 months of hireSt. David's Medical Centerstands as a leading 435-bed facility, offering specialized care in neurology, neurosurgery, cardiac services, bariatric surgery, orthopedics, maternity and newborn services, and rehabilitation. It proudly holds the distinction of being both a Primary Stroke Center and a Certified Chest Pain Center. St. David's Medical Center operates with St. David's Georgetown Hospital.HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses."Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Central Sterile Technician opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status