Central Sterile Technician

Lifepoint Health

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Kennewick, Washington

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Responsible for the inspection, decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of medical instruments and patient care equipment. Ensures all processes comply with AAMI, AORN, TJC, and OSHA requirements while documenting sterility indicators.

Qualifications

You have a High School Diploma or equivalent and are certified as a Central Sterile Technician (CSR) within 6 months of hire, or have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days. You possess critical thinking skills and the ability to work independently to provide essential sterile processing services.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Central Sterile Technician (CSR)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

AAMI

AORN

TJC

OSHA

Job Description

Schedule: Full-time

Your experience matters 

 Trios Health is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Central Sterile Technician joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you’ll contribute 

A Central Sterile Technician who excels in this role:

  • Provide inspection, decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of instruments and other patient care equipment in accordance with processing guidelines, AAMI, AORN, TJC, and OSHA requirements.

  • Operate departmental equipment daily according to manufacturer instructions with emphasis on safety.

  •  Provide customer service to all departments with a focus on the patient need. 

  • Process and documents all sterile supplies and equipment daily using chemical, biological and mechanical indicators to verify sterility in accordance with manufacturer instructions and hospital policy

  • Monitor and performs antimicrobial and disinfection solutions testing according to manufacturer instructions and documentation daily. 

Why join us 

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: 

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees. 

  • Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and a minimum of 10 days of paid time off per year (for full time employees) as well as 8 paid holidays per year. 

  • Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match. 

  • Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). 

  • Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. 

What we’re looking for 

  • Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

  •  License: Central Sterile Technician (CSR) certification within 6 months of hire 

  • Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.

  •  Required Skills: Central Sterile Technician (CSR) certification within 6 months of hire Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. 

More about Trios Health

Trios Health is a 111-bed hospital located in Kennewick, WA, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters

Hourly range: $17.81 - $27.00

EEOC Statement

“Trios Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Trios Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”

Pay Transparency Notice (Washington State)

If you believe this job posting does not include accurate or complete pay information in accordance with the Washington State Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, please inform us immediately.  You can contact us at 833-271-4269 to report the issue.  For more information on your rights under Washington’s pay transparency laws, visit the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries website at: https://lni.wa.gov


Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

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