Central Sterile Supply Tech

JOB RELATIONSHIPS

• Central Sterile Supply Technician & Surgical Instrument Technician Responsible to the CSS Manager

DEFINITION OF POSITION

• Technician - The Technician is responsible for the preparation and processing of medical/surgical supplies and instruments for sterilization and the dispensing of such items necessary for patient care to all areas of the hospital.
• The CSS Technician is also responsible for cleaning instruments, using the custom ultrasonic washer or washer/decontaminator maintaining accuracy and completeness of instrument trays in readiness for the daily surgical schedule, maintaining current sterile instruments and supplies, documenting sterilization process and equipment usage, properly handling, storing, and transporting instruments, and accomplishing designated restocking and cleaning assignments.

QUALIFICATIONS

A. Professional

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Highly motivated for on-the-job training.
• Obtain Certified Registered Central Sterile Service Technician - CRCSST or CBSPD certification within 18 months.