CentraState Healthcare System, headquartered in Freehold, New Jersey, is a leading nonprofit healthcare provider dedicated to serving the community. Its comprehensive network includes CentraState Medical Center, a community-focused hospital, along with an ambulatory campus, two senior living facilities, three free-standing community health pavilions, and a charitable foundation. As the third-largest employer in Monmouth County, CentraState has earned repeated recognition as a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company, reinforcing its reputation as an exceptional workplace.

CentraState Medical Center is currently seeking a Sterile Processing Technician in the Sterile Processing department. This role is responsible for maintaining Sterile Processing Service standards in the cleaning, processing, assembling, sterilizing, storing, and distributing of sterile supplies and patient care equipment. The technician also monitors and evaluates the sterilization process to ensure safety and compliance.

• Ensures soiled equipment is retrieved from patient care area in a timely manner. All contaminated equipment should be covered for transport.
  
• Is able to distinguish between different disinfectants and detergents and know how to use and what to use them on.
  
• Follows set procedures using Preference Sheet, Count Sheets and or computer.
  
• Remove instruments requiring repair, replace as needed reports damaged or missing instruments to SPD manager.
  
• Follows manufacturer's operating instructions.
  
• Is able to use Steam Sterilizers, Steris System I, Sterrad, and instrument washer.
  
• Accurately reads and signs all sterilization recording charts.
  
• Performs Bowie Dick test and biological test and accurately documents results.
  
• Follows procedure for distribution of sterile supplies.
  
• Stocks and transports case carts according to policy and procedure.
  
• Distributes patient care equipment in a timely manner.
  
• Follows Sterile Storage Policy.
  
• Checks expiration date on sterile items. Rotates stock in Sterile Storage.
  
• Ensures linen is de-linted and inspected for holes.
  
• Assists in the picking and loading of supplies and instrumentation for the next day's Main OR and Labor & Delivery schedules.
  
• Collaborates with O/R staff and Desk Coordinator to facilitate instruments for cases and promotes expedient turnover.
  
• Follows procedure for inventory of all patient care equipment.
  
• Checks orders to ensure proper items are being signed for.
  
• Participates in PI/QA activities as requested.

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 
• Completion of Sterile Processing Technician training course. 
• A minimum of one year of Sterile Processing Technician experience preferred. 
• Certification as Sterile Processing Technician required. 
• National sterile processing program recognized by the NJSDHSS.
  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.

CentraState Healthcare System, in partnership with Atlantic Health System, is a fully accredited, not-for-profit, community-based health system dedicated to providing comprehensive health services in central New Jersey. Beyond offering a wide range of advanced diagnostic and treatment options, CentraState is committed to being a valuable health partner, focusing on disease prevention, promoting healthy behaviors, and helping individuals of all ages live well.

Located in Freehold, CentraState includes a 284-bed acute-care hospital, a dynamic health and wellness campus, two award-winning senior living communities, a charitable foundation, and convenient satellite health pavilions. These pavilions offer primary care, specialty physician practices, and access to outpatient services such as lab work and physical therapy.

CentraState is proud to be among the less than two percent of hospitals nationwide to earn Magnet® designation for nursing excellence five times. Additionally, it has been recognized as a Great Place to Work-Certified™ Company by Great Place to Work® for four consecutive years.

Joining CentraState means becoming part of a pioneering healthcare facility committed to high-quality, patient-focused care. We invite you to make a difference in our community and advance your career with us. We support our employees with work/life balance initiatives, tuition assistance, career advancement opportunities, and more.

Discover why our employees love their jobs and being part of the CentraState family!

CentraState Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members.

What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (30 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• 401(a) Retirement Plan with employer contribution
• PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Well-Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Coverage, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
• Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives
• Continuing Education / Onsite Training
• A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care
• Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits
• Magnet recognized healthcare facility

Compensation Range: $21.00 - $33.60 per hour

The compensation above reflects the established range from CentraState Healthcare System (CSHS) for this position at the time the job was posted. CSHS considers many factors to determine compensation, including education, experience, skills, licenses, certification, and training.  As such, team member compensation may fall outside this range. 

Additionally, the compensation range reflects base salary and does not include extra shift rates or incentives tied to quality, productivity, etc., as applicable.

The benefits outlined also reflect CSHS’ policy at the time of posting.  Benefits as are made available to other similarly situated team members of CSHS, although participation is at all times in accordance with and subject to the eligibility and other provisions of such plans and programs. CSHS may modify its benefits plans or programs at any time.

CSHS is proud to comply with all pay equity and pay transparency laws.