Central Processing Technician Non Certified

CMP01 Mount Sinai Medical Center of Florida, Inc.; Miami Shores (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Healthcare spending accounts

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

On-site housing for select positions

Job summary

Mount Sinai Medical Center is seeking an experienced professional for the Central Processing/Sterilization Department. The role involves complying with departmental policies, adhering to OSHA standards, and performing QA monitoring to ensure safe, sterile equipment for patient care.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years in Central Processing, strong knowledge of instrumentation, and a commitment to infection control. This position supports Mount Sinai's mission of clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• One to two years experience in Central Processing preferred.
• Knowledge of instrumentation and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Complies with established departmental policies and procedures.
• Adheres to OSHA standards and Universal Precautions.
• Performs Quality Assurance monitoring (audits) duties as assigned.
• Acts as liaison between Central Processing/Sterilization and other hospital departments.

Skills

Instrumentation knowledge

Infection control

Quality assurance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care. Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami‑Dade (including our 674‑bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not‑for‑profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.

Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way Our hardworking, tight‑knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida.

We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.

Department: Job Description Summary: Position Responsibilities

Complies with the established departmental policies and procedures of the Central Processing/Sterilization Department.

Complies with the rules and regulations regarding the application of Universal Precautions and OSHA Standards.

Adheres to all Federal, State, and local regulations.

Performs assigned Quality Assurance Monitoring (audits) duties as assigned.

Assumes charge position when assigned or in absence of management personnel and other duties that are appropriate to the position and area.

Performs cleaning and maintenance duties as assigned in the department.

Acts as a liaison and resource person between the Central Processing/Sterilization Department and other hospital departments, staff members, patients, patient family, visitors and vendors.

Retrieves soiled supplies and patient care equipment from user areas during routine pick up and decontaminates, cleans and inspects all equipment, both emergency and regular, and supplies ensuring the items are safe for patient and staff use.

Orders, distributes, and maintains an accurate log of all rental, hospital owned and loaner equipment including instruments leaving and/or returning to the department.

Maintains adequate supply levels both in the assigned work areas as well as the department.

Demonstrates competency in the operation of decontamination equipment according to the manufacture's recommendation.

Demonstrates knowledge in the proper disinfections, cleaning and inspection of instruments and equipment in the decontamination area.

Demonstrates competency in the operation of steam sterilizers, Sterrad (gas plasma) sterilizers, Eto sterilizers and Steris (par acidic) sterilizers.

Demonstrates competency in biological testing of the steam sterilizers, Sterrad (gas plasma) sterilizers, Eto sterilizers and Steris (par acidic) sterilizers.

Insures that all documentation is complete and accurate in the sterilization processes.

Demonstrates a sound knowledge in the identification of instrumentation.

Inspects all instrumentation for malfunction and removes from circulation, If applicable, and reports findings to the appropriate personnel.

Arranges and verifies instrumentation according to the instrument tray count sheet and labels instrument trays if instrumentation is missing.

Notifies appropriate personnel of missing instruments.

Packages instrumentation and supplies according to departmental policies and procedures and established guidelines.

Qualifications

License/Registration/Certification Not applicable

Education High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience One to two years experience in Central Processing preferred.

Knowledge of instrumentation, infection

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Healthcare spending accounts
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• On-site housing for select positions and more!

Degree Requirements: Certification:

More than 4,000 people work at Mount Sinai Medical Center at more than a dozen locations throughout sunny South Florida, including our flagship, 672-bed hospital on Biscayne Bay at the gateway to Miami Beach.

We’re the largest, independent, not‑for‑profit hospital in South Florida, and we’re the only hospital Healthgrades recognized for four years running as one of the top 5% in the nation.

Clearly, clinical excellence is at our core.