Central Services Technician I (Per Diem, Variable Shift)

JOB SUMMARY

At NorthBay Healthcare a Central Services Technician I is accountable to the Central Service Manager and is responsible for completing assigned tasks associated with reusable medical devices and patient care equipment.

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES

•  Under direct supervision follows approved infection control, quality assurance and departmental policies and procedures.
•  Collects, cleans, decontaminates, disinfects and/or sterilizes surgical instruments, trays and packs, reusable medical devices and patient care equipment for Surgery, medical departments and clinics.
•  Operates equipment necessary for reprocessing instrumentation and equip­ment. 
•  Completes Quality Assurance documentation for each sterilization load.
•  Validates & maintains event-related protocols; disinfection and/or sterilization load parameters & records.
•  Applies a proficient skill level in all CS assignments.
•  Erects orthopedic traction as instructed.
•  Complies with facility safety policies & procedures, including those for blood borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
• Takes prompt corrective actions when hazard identified (reporting or removing as appropriate).
• Organizational standards for Joint Commission, Patient Safety and the Department of Health will be met or exceeded.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

At NorthBay Health, our vision is to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve. We are dedicated to improving the well-being of our community by providing accessible, high-quality care to all who need it. Every member of our team plays a vital role in delivering compassionate and effective healthcare solutions. We invite you to join us in our mission to ensure that every patient and family member feels valued, respected, and cared for throughout their healthcare journey.

Education: 

• High school diploma or equivalent.   
• Completion of a formalized training program in Central Service or Surgical technology preferred.

License/Certification:

• Must hold current CS/SPD Certification with either Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CSPD) or The International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management (IAHCSMM).  
• Upon completing 18 months of employment as a CS Tech I, must obtain Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor certification through CSPD.

Experience:

• Minimum two (2) years of hospital, Central Service or Operating Room with computer data entry experience, or the completion of a formalized training program in Central Service or Surgical Technology preferred.
• Computer skills and Documentation Accuracy.
• Demonstrate oral and written communication abilities. 

Compensation:

• Hourly Salary Range Min $33.81- Max $37.25 (Offered hourly rate based on years of experience) 
• 10% per diem differential included in salary range
• Plus, Generous Shift Differentials

About Us

At NorthBay Health, we are guided by our values: Nurturing Care; Own It; Respect; Build Trust; and Hardwire Excellence. These principles lead us to our TRUE NORTH and inspire us to provide exceptional care.

These values serve as the foundation of everything we do, guiding us to deliver individualized care with integrity and accountability. We are committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, where every team member is valued and empowered to contribute their best to the health and well-being of those we serve. 

NorthBay Health was born in Solano County and we remain committed to delivering advanced medicine here to the community we serve. That’s why we continue to invest in modernizing and expanding our facilities, purchasing cutting-edge equipment and pushing the limits of technology alongside other healthcare pioneers, such as the 

. Our competence, capabilities and practice of collaborating with some of the nation’s most advanced clinical institutions enable us to manage extremely complex cases right here.

Join us with our commitment to excellence, to achieve our vision to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve.

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