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Central Sterile Technician

Trinity Health

Waterbury, CTFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 1w agoChecked 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Waterbury, CT
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Central Sterile Processing Technician CertificationGraduate Of Program Qualifying For Certification Within Six Months

Job overview

Trinity Health is hiring a Central Sterile Technician. Trinity Health’s Saint Mary’s Hospital is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to join the Surgical Services team. Under supervision, the technician will perform sterilization processing, operate steam and low‑temperature sterilizers, support operating‑room case carts, manage supply inventories, and uphold infection‑control standards. The role is full‑time, evening shift with rotating weekends and on‑call duties, offering health insurance and growth opportunities.

Key focus areas include Decontaminate, process, and reassemble instruments, operating steam, Sterrad and E+O sterilizers and cart washers., Complete case carts for the Operating Room, fill stock requests, and communicate supply reordering needs., and Follow infection‑control policies, handle chemicals and hazardous substances, and support hospital safety initiatives..

Important skills include Steam Sterilizer, Sterrad Sterilizer, E+O Sterilizer, Cart Washer, Washer‑Decontaminator, and Instrument Decontamination.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Steam SterilizerSterrad SterilizerE+O SterilizerCart WasherWasher‑DecontaminatorInstrument DecontaminationInstrument ProcessingInstrument ReassemblyInfection Control PracticesChemical HandlingEnglish Communication

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentCentral Sterile Processing Technician CertificationGraduate of Program Qualifying for Certification Within Six MonthsMust Be Able to Read Write and Speak English

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Full job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Evening Shift

Description: Come join the Surgical Services at Saint Mary's Hospital, part of Trinity Health Of New England! We are a member of the nationwide Trinity Health family, bringing compassionate care to our communities.

Position Purpose:

Under the supervision of a Certified Central Sterile Technician, provides a variety of sterilization processing functions, manual and automated decontamination procedures. Provides sterile instruments and clean equipment to the Operating Room, Gastroenterology, Women-Infant Center, Emergency Department and other departments as needed.

What you will do:

  • Provides technical support by decontaminating, processing, and reassembling instruments for sterilization. Safely operate all steam, Sterrad and E+O Sterilizers, utilize cart washer and washer-decontaminators.

  • Support the Operating Room by completing case carts efficient and according to individual needs. Filling stock list requests and communicate the need for reordering supplies appropriately.

  • Supports hospital safety initiatives by using supplies and equipment appropriately, maintains approved infection control policies and standards, and handles chemicals and other potentially hazardous substances appropriately.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Education : High School diploma or equivalent

  • Must be able to read, write, and speak English

  • Certification : Central Sterile Processing Technician or Graduate of a program that qualifies the candidate to sit and pass the exam within six months from date of hire.

Position Highlights and Benefits

  • Full-Time, 40 Hours-Evening Shift (Rotating Weekends and Holidays On-Call)

  • Health Insurance Coverage

  • Career growth and advancement potential

Ministry/Facility Information

Trinity Health Of New England is an integrated health care delivery system that is comprised of world-class providers and facilities dedicated to full spectrum preventative, acute, and post-acute care. We aim to deliver top level care to increase our community's overall health at lower costs. While we serve nearly 3 million people, we are proud to be a part of a national system that focuses on putting our patients first and having the best colleagues to do so.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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