Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital's (NVRH) Central Sterile Reprocessing (CSR) department is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated CSR Technician I to join our essential healthcare support team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, strong time management abilities, and excellent communication skills. Our CSR team values individuals who can effectively problem-solve, adapt to changing priorities, and maintain a commitment to continuous improvement, all while ensuring the highest standards of patient safety through proper instrument reprocessing.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute comprehensive reprocessing procedures, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilization, preparation, packaging, storage, and documentation of all medical instruments and devices according to ANSI/AAMI Guidelines and hospital policy standards.
• Manage complex instrument reprocessing, including inspection, disassembly, reassembly, and testing of surgical instruments, medical devices, and specialized equipment, including rigid, semi-flexible, and flexible scopes throughout the hospital network
• Perform advanced sterilization operations utilizing steam, chemical, and other sterilization methods while interpreting sterilization printouts, protein tests, high-level disinfection results, and biological indicators to ensure compliance with FDA manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFU)
• Maintain infection control standards through proper aseptic techniques, hand hygiene protocols, PPE utilization, and universal precautions while managing departmental inventory and performing linen de-linting processes for operating room and clinic use

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with basic computer proficiency and understanding of fundamental computer operations
• Previous experience in surgical services or central sterile processing and certification preferred but not required, with a willingness to learn sterile versus non-sterile product differentiation.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to work effectively under pressure, and physical capability to handle medical equipment and perform detailed manual tasks
• Must obtain Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification within 12-18 months of employment

About NVRH

Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital is in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, in the Northeast Kingdom. We are a community, not-for-profit, acute care, critical access hospital. NVRH is one of two Vermont hospitals designated Baby Friendly(tm) by the World Health Organization. The organization offers primary and preventive care, as well as surgical and specialty services, inpatient and outpatient care, and 24-hour, physician-staffed emergency services. Aligned with community partners, NVRH values and invests in efforts to address social conditions, creating well-nourished, well-housed, physically healthy, mentally healthy, and financially secure communities. NVRH serves the health needs of over 33,000 people in Caledonia and southern Essex Counties in Vermont, employing more than 700 dedicated staff.

Why Join Our Team?

Join our healthcare team dedicated to delivering exceptional services to your community at NVRH! Discover a fulfilling career with us where you can make a meaningful impact while enjoying comprehensive rewards and support.