Certified Central Sterile Tech

Joining Texas Health Huguley is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. Texas Health Huguley is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

• Performs other duties as assigned. 
• Adheres to safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Facilitates communication and collaboration within the department to enhance workflow and efficiency.
• Transports contaminated and sterile surgical instruments and supplies to and from operating rooms and patient care areas.
• Decontaminates and inspects surgical instruments for cleanliness and defects to ensure patient safety.
• Keeps instruments and supplies organized and in designated locations to maintain department cleanliness and productivity.
• Inspects and assembles instrument trays according to manufacturer guidelines and industry standards.
• Serves as a resource expert and mentor for less experienced Sterile Processing staff.
• Monitors sterilization practices to ensure compliance with standards and keeps accurate records of sterilizer loads.
• Utilizes knowledge of sterilization parameters and takes corrective action if parameters are not met.
• Attends continuing education seminars and in-services on new equipment and instrumentation to maintain competency.
•  Participates or leads in department Performance Improvement projects.

• Knowledge of Sterilization Standards [Required]
• Knowledge of Surgical Instrumentation [Required]
• Knowledge and practice of infectious control techniques and medical terminology [Required]
• Basic Computer skills [Preferred]

• Associate [Preferred]
• High School Grad or Equiv [Preferred]
• Technical/Vocational School [Preferred]

• Eighteen (18) months Sterile Processing experience - Maintains educational requirements as outlined in the organizational checklists [Required]

• Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST) [Required] OR
• Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) [Required] AND
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Preferred]

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.