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Certified Central Services Technician (Full-Time)

  • WashingtonPA
  • Full-Time
  • On-site
  • Rotating

PostedMarch 3, 2026

About this role

**Are you looking to join a fun work environment? Join ST Health Washington as a Certified Central Services Technician (CCST) that assists the professional staff in the provision of patient care and decontamination and sterilization of supplies and equipment used in patient care. The position also controls and issues items used for patient care from the Central Supply Department. Apply today!!** 

Responsibilities: 

  • Uses proper cleanser for cleaning equipment and supplies.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of equipment used for cleaning contaminated instruments and reusable items.
  • Inspects & assembles linen packs, procedure trays, and instrument packs.
  • Has knowledge of proper technique and use of all sterilizers.
  • Maintains working knowledge of chemical and biological indicators.
  • May perform shave preps on surgical patients by designated staff assigned to the Operating Room only.
  • May assist with patient transfers.
  • Identifies and reports damaged/malfunctioning equipment.
  • Receives and checks incoming items from Materials Management.
  • Stocks and checks carts. 

**May be hired as a Non-Certified Central Services Technician and will be required to be certified within 1 year of hire date.** 

Schedule: Must be able to work rotating days, weekends, and holidays. This position will work 8-hour shifts, with the start times of 5:30AM, 6:30AM, 9AM, 12PM, or 2:30PM. Weekends and holidays will have shifts starting at 9AM or 6:30AM. Will mostly work on the 3rd floor, but can be pulled to any other area as needed based on the needs of the hospital (ex: may at times be pulled to the 1st floor). May work other days/shifts/areas based on hospital needs.

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent required.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

  • Certified Central Services Technician by the CBSPD or other nationally recognized certification program in sterile processing and must maintain certification while in this position.
  • BLS certification or achievement within thirty (30) days of employment required.
  • Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting
  • Act 33
  • Act 34
  • Act 73 FBI Clearance

ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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Certified Central Services Technician (Full-Time) — Washington, PA | Pepper Health (Library Build)

Certified Central Services… at Pepper Health, Washington. See the schedule and your recruiter’s name before you apply — this posting doesn’t list a range yet.

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# Certified Central Services Technician (Full-Time)

- Location: Washington, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Patient Care Support
- Shift: Rotating
- Business unit: ST Health Washington
- Pay: not listed — this posting doesn’t list a range yet. Your recruiter can share it before you apply.
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-03-03T09:45:18.05Z

## Description

*****Are you looking to join a fun work environment? Join ST Health Washington as a Certified Central Services Technician (CCST) that assists the professional staff in the provision of patient care and decontamination and sterilization of supplies and equipment used in patient care. The position also controls and issues items used for patient care from the Central Supply Department. Apply today!!*****

**Responsibilities:**
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Shift and schedule

  • Shift

    Rotating

  • Hours

    Full-Time

  • Workplace

    On-site

Benefits

Benefits from day one

  • Day-one health coverage

    Medical, dental and vision start your first day — no waiting period, full- and part-time.

  • Tuition & certifications

    Up to $5,250/yr tuition support plus paid certification renewals and exam fees.

  • Retirement with match

    403(b) with employer match and immediate vesting on your contributions.

  • PTO & wellbeing days

    Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and dedicated wellbeing days.

  • Ladders & residencies

    Nurse residency, allied apprenticeships, and defined advancement ladders in every area.

  • Family support

    Childcare discounts, caregiver leave, and flexible scheduling that respects your life.

Stories

From people in this role

Sam T., Patient Care Technician

I came in as a PCT with zero healthcare experience. Two years later Pepper is paying for my nursing degree while I work the schedule school needs.

Sam T.Patient Care Technician · RN student on tuition support

Career progression

Where this role can lead

  1. Patient Care Tech

  2. Senior PCT / Unit Secretary

  3. PCT III — precepting new hires

  4. Nursing school on tuition support

  5. Graduate nurse at Pepper

FAQ

Questions people ask about this role

About this roleCan I cross-train into other modalities?

Yes — cross-training is how most of our imaging and lab teams grow. Your manager builds it into your development plan.

About this roleDo you support continuing education?

Up to $5,250/yr in tuition support plus paid certification fees — many of our techs are in degree programs while working.

About this roleIs there a path from entry roles to clinical careers?

Our patient-care-support roles feed directly into nursing and allied pipelines, with tuition support and schedules that flex around school.

About this roleWhat does advancement look like?

Defined ladders — tech → senior → lead → supervisor — with transparent criteria and pay steps published for every level.

Application process

What happens after you apply

  1. Apply

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    Two minutes with Apply Start — resume autofill does the rest.

  2. Recruiter screen

    2–3 days

    A real person reviews every application and reaches out.

  3. Interviews

    Week 1–2

    Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.

  4. Offer

    Within 30 days

    Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.

  5. Welcome

    Day one

    Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.

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