Company Overview

At Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK), we're not only changing the way we treat cancer, but also the way the world thinks about it. By working together and pushing forward with innovation and discovery, we're driving excellence and improving outcomes. We're treating cancer, one patient at a time. Join us and make a difference every day.

In compliance with applicable New York and New Jersey State regulatory authorities, COVID-19 vaccination (2 doses of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine) is mandatory for all MSK employees, contingent workers, and volunteers. Exceptions are permitted for those employees who request and receive an approved medical or fully remote exemption.

*Staff working at a MSK New Jersey location must be up to date with COVID-19 vaccination, which includes having completed the primary COVID-19 vaccination series and booster once eligible as mandated by New Jersey State. All New Jersey staff not yet eligible for a booster must receive a booster within 3 weeks of becoming eligible as a condition of continued employment at MSK.

Note: Individuals are eligible to receive a COVID-19 booster five months after receiving the second dose of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or two months after the J&J vaccine.

Job Description

Position:

Central Processing Technician II - KOCH Endoscopy

Responsibilities/Duties:

Decontamination of Instruments, Rigid Scopes and Equipment: Follow Departmental, manufacturer, and regulatory guidelines while performing assigned duties in the decontamination area. Follows Hospital Infection Control practices.

• Check decontamination equipment for accurate function. Operate equipment according to Departmental and manufacturer guidelines.
• Inspect and prepare surgical instruments for cleaning and decontamination.
• Decontaminate surgical instruments, rigid scopes, and equipment.
• Receive, tag, and process non-bar-coded instruments from clinical areas and patient floors
• Clean and disinfects patient care equipment.

Assembly and Packaging: Fellow Departmental and manufacturer guidelines in the assembly and preparation of surgical instruments.

• Assemble all basic instrument sets.
• Clean and disinfect patient care equipment and build all basic instrument sets. Assemble all sophisticated/specialty sets once trained.
• Demonstrate working knowledge in the assembly and preparation of instrument sets for the appropriate method of sterilization.

Sterile Storage, Distribution, and Case Cart Assembly: Assemble case carts and distribute items in accordance with Departmental policy and procedure

• Use the instrument management system to accurately detail the distribution of trays and individual instruments during the case cart assembly and distribution process.
• Assemble case carts in the sequence of the surgical schedule in accordance with Pick List.
• Place items in case carts to ensure easy access, transparent labels and support good ergonomics.

Minimum Requirements:

• Central Processing Certification Required - Not Provisional Status
• At this time we are unable to accept provisional status employees. Please apply if you have completed your 400 hours and are fully certified.
• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• 1 - 2 years of clinical medical/surgical experience preferred. New Graduate CRCST's are welcome to apply.
• Ability to read, write and understand basic instructions required.

Physical Demands:

• Occasional lifting and pushing of medical equipment.
• Standing for extended periods of time.
• Familiar with handling hazardous chemicals and able to stand for extended periods of time while working in areas with high temperatures
• Visual concentration is vital.

Hours:

• Split Shift = 12pm - 8pm, Monday through Friday with weekend rotation.
• Evening Shift = 3pm - 11pm, Monday through Friday with weekend rotation.
• Night Shift = 11pm - 7am, Monday through Friday with weekend rotation.

Benefits:

Competitive compensation packages | Generous Vacation, Sick time + 12 holidays to recharge & refuel | Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA & Dependent Care | 403b retirement savings plan match | Enticing Tuition Reimbursement | Paid Parental & Adoption Assistance | Fitness Discounts & Wellness Program | Resource Networks | Life Insurance & Disability | Individual mentoring and professional development support

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MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.