Central Supply Technician, Central Sterile Supply

Job Title: Central Supply Technician

Location: Williamson Street

Department Name: Central Sterile Supply

Req #: 0000207907

Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $22.73 - $28.67 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The Central Supply Technician performs the daily activities involved with all aspects of decontamination, cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, assembly and surgical supplies and equipment distribution including case carts function. The Central Supply Technician assists department supervisors in coordinating daily work levels to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency throughout all department functions.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Must attend hands-on in-service and seminars pertaining to the Central Sterile Processing department
• Must be current within all aspects of instrumentation, cleaning, disinfection, decontamination, sterilization, packaging and sterile supplies
• Must be current in all areas of the Central Sterile Processing department

Preferred:

• 1 to 3 years Central Sterile Processing experience

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Must be certified by the IAHCSMM or the Sterile Processing board as mandated by the New Jersey State Department of Health
• Must accrue CEUs to maintain current certification

Scheduling Requirements:

• Shift working, 11pm-7am
• Full-Time (FT)

Essential Functions:

• Performs the activities within the department, including but not limited to cleaning, decontamination, disinfection, assembly and sterilization of surgical devices &instruments, code carts and patient care equipment
• Identifies & understands written data and be able to read/write alpha and numeric data accurately
• Assists department supervisors in coordinating daily work levels to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency throughout all department functions
• Conscientious with regards to surgical procedures, nursing units clinical needs, and equipment procurement
• Capable of accepting pressure assignments, as assigned, relative to the department
• Interacts professionally with other departments and personnel within the system including physicians
• Demonstrates a willingness to accept new responsibilities/ideas, learn duties of the position and possess good organizational skills
• Assists SPD Supervisor with staff orientation, on the job training activities in the department
• Assumes responsibility for the distribution of medical/surgical supplies and equipment
• Works in a high stress/high volume department
• Attends hands on in-service/ seminars pertaining to the Central Sterile Processing department

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer