Certified Central Sterile Tech

Job Title: Certified Central Sterile Tech

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name: Central Sterile Supply

Req #: 0000223152

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $23.90 - $30.12 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.

Inventory and distribution of medical and surgical supplies of all nursing care unit Par Locations. Insures proper rotation of dated inventory and maintains cleanliness of storeroom area. Supply CMMC with both sterile and non-sterile products, restock medical/surgical supplies in Pyxis Supply Stations and shelf locations and performs Pyxis station inventories regularly.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Three years hospital central distribution experience and med/surg supply knowledge required
• Computer skills desirable

Preferred:

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

• Per Diem
• Days

Essential Functions:

• Distributes equipment such as IV pumps, Flowtron, Gomco, etc.
• Picks up dirty equipment and instruments
• Replenishes storeroom stock daily, and maintains cleanliness of department
• Unpack and put away daily Storeroom stock, rotated dated material, and maintains cleanliness of Storeroom
• Checks for outdated supplies on the nursing units and in the central storeroom
• Accurately inventories and distributes supplies to all areas of the Medical Center and Continuing Care building
• Understands sufficient medical terminology in order to distribute supplies needed for patient care departments
• Handles telephone information requests with courtesy, accuracy, and respect for confidentiality
• Stat requests are handled appropriately
• Delivers and fills supplies in Pyxis stations and shelf locations according to established department procedures
• Rotates all dated supplies and maintains cleanliness of Pyxis supply stations
• Responsible for all documentation for the work area assigned and required by Central Distribution
• Responsible for the receiving, distribution and record keeping of needles and syringes in Central Storeroom
• Retrieval of soiled instruments and equipment in all patient care areas and deliver clean equipment throughout shift to assigned floors
• Understands and is able to operate the departmental computer system to determine stock levels, orders pending and stock issues

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer