Sterile Processing Technician

Job Details: Job Location: CARS Farmington

• Farmington, CT, Salary Range: $23.00 - $26.00Hourly, About CARS The Center for Advanced Reproductive Services (CARS) has nearly four decades of experience treating fertility patients, and we are very proud of our success. Run by reproductive endocrinology experts, our results and reputation are among the best because we provide the most appropriate medical care in an environment that is sensitive to our patients' needs. The Role Reporting to the Director of Clinical Operations, the Sterile Processing Technician handles the decontamination, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and equipment, plus case cart preparation for the OR. We're looking for someone detail-oriented and dependable who takes pride in precise, behind-the-scenes work.

What You'll Do

Decontaminate, inspect, assemble, and sterilize surgical instruments (steam and Sterrad) per policy, infection prevention guidelines, and manufacturer instructions, ensuring sets are complete and functioning Monitor and document sterilization and disinfection processes, including failure monitoring and recall procedures Prepare, fill, and retrieve contaminated instruments from patient care areas Issue, deliver, order, and stock medical surgical instruments and supplies for patient care areas Participate in ongoing education and training, and assist with other patient care needs as required Opportunity for cross-training in Medical Assistant (MA) functions, providing support within the PACU and OR settings as needed What We're Looking For High School Diploma or GED required One year of recent, sterile processing experience required CBSPD or IAHCSMM Central Sterile Technician certification required at time of hire Strong attention to detail and comfort in a fast-paced perioperative environment Clear, professional communication with the OR team and patient care areas Schedule This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.

m. to 3:00 p.m., with every other weekend and one holiday per year. This role is based at our Farmington, CT location.

What We Offer

Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including: Two weeks of Paid time off 401(k) retirement plan Medical, dental, and vision insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Critical illness coverage Short-term disability Voluntary long-term disability Voluntary life insurance Complimentary life insurance policy for employees Join Us At CARS, our team's precision and care behind the scenes are what make safe, successful outcomes possible for the patients we serve.

If you're looking to bring your sterile processing expertise to a practice with a strong reputation and nearly four decades of experience in reproductive medicine, we'd love to hear from you. :