Central Sterile Supply Technician

# Central Sterile Supply TechnicianKCOA Lenexa ASC - Lenexa, KS 66219## Overview Position Type Full Time## Description
** Join the KCOA Team at Our New Ambulatory Surgery Center – Center for Advanced Orthopedics in Lenexa!
** Kanas City Orthopedic Alliance is excited to announce the opening of our new Ambulatory Surgery Center – Center for Advanced Orthopedics located in Lenexa. We are seeking talented, dedicated professionals to join us as we build a team committed to excellence.

This new facility represents an exciting opportunity to be part of something from the ground up. Team members will play a key role in shaping the culture, delivering exceptional service, and helping us provide outstanding care and support to our patients and community.
** Why Join Us?
*** Be part of a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility
* Collaborate with an experienced and supportive team
* Help establish processes and best practices from day one
* Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
* Competitive compensation and benefits

We are seeking individuals who:
* Demonstrate professionalism and integrity
* Thrive in a collaborative environment
* Are committed to exceptional patient and customer experiences
* Bring enthusiasm, adaptability, and a positive attitude
** We are seeking an experienced Central Sterile Supply Technician (CSST).
** The CSST is responsible for the decontamination, cleaning, inspection, assembly, sterilization, and storage of surgical instruments and equipment used in orthopedic procedures, ensuring instruments are properly processed and available for each case.

This is a full-time position.
** Responsibilities
* ** Decontaminate, clean, and inspect surgical instruments and orthopedic trays following each use
* Assemble and package instrument sets and specialty orthopedic trays (total joint sets, power equipment, arthroscopy instruments) according to count sheets
* Operate and maintain sterilization equipment (steam autoclaves, low-temperature sterilizers) per manufacturer and regulatory guidelines
* Perform biological, chemical, and mechanical sterilization monitoring and maintain related documentation/logs
* Track instrument counts, loaner trays, and implant inventory in coordination with OR staff and vendor representatives
* Maintain proper storage and inventory of sterile supplies and instrumentation
* Identify and report damaged or malfunctioning instruments for repair
* Ensure compliance with AAMI and AORN standards for sterile processing
* Support case cart preparation and turnover for scheduled orthopedic procedures
* Maintain a clean, organized, and safe sterile processing department## Qualifications
** Experience/Education/Licensing.
*** Minimum 1 year of central sterile processing experience preferred; orthopedic instrumentation experience a strong plus
* Knowledge of sterilization techniques, instrument identification, and infection control standards
* High school diploma or equivalent required
* Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification preferred
* BLS preferred
** Physical Requirements
** Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 25–35 lbs., and work with high-heat sterilization equipment and chemical disinfectants.
** We provide a robust benefits package, including:
*** Rich PTO Accruals
* 6 company paid holidays
* Full benefits package including medical, dental and vision
* 401(k) with a company match
* Employer paid life insurance and long term disability
* Many other voluntary benefits available