Certified Sterile Processing Tech Float Pool

Novant Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health’s Sterile Processing Float Pool seeks a Float Pool Certified Sterile Processing Technician to support nine coastal facilities. You will ensure clean, sterile, and correctly packaged instruments for operating rooms.

You must hold Sterile Reprocessing Tech certification (CBSPD, CRCST, or CSPDT), have two years hospital experience, and be able to work both 1st and 2nd shifts.

Qualifications

• Competency testing and instrument knowledge.
• Understanding sterile/aseptic technique and terminology used in reprocessing.
• Ability to read and comprehend assembly instructions and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Reviews surgical schedule to identify patient and procedure needs.
• Collaborates to ensure availability of instruments and monitor progress.
• Disassembles, cleans, inspects, and reassembles instrument sets per standards.
• Packages items for sterilization and operates reprocessing equipment.
• Maintains records of sterilizer functions and cleaning per manufacturer instructions.
• Assists in inventory and participates in process improvements.

Skills

Competency testing

Instrumentation knowledge

Sterile/aseptic technique

Read instructions

Medical terminology

Certification maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Float Pool Certified Sterile Processing Technician - SPD Technician Certified Super

Location: Will float between 9 coastal facilities

Department: Sterile Processing

Schedule: Must be able to work both 1st and 2nd shift - 40 hours per week - Monday through Friday - No weekends, holidays, or call

Why Join the Sterile Processing Team at Novant’s Surgical Services Float Pool?

Our Sterile Processing Department is a critical unit responsible for the lifecycle management of medical instruments and equipment. Responsible for providing clean, properly packaged, sterile instruments and supplies to meet individual customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Assessment: Reviews surgical schedule to identify patient and procedure needs. Monitors instrument and reprocessing equipment functions using mechanical, chemical, and biological monitors.
• Planning: Collaborates with Clinical Coordinators, Inventory Control Specialists, and OR Desk Coordinators to ensure availability of instruments. Monitors daily surgical schedule progress to identify additional needs. Prioritizes and organizes work based on customer needs.
• Processing: Utilizes PPE to minimize exposure to hazardous materials and contaminated waste. Disassembles all complex instrumentation. Sorts, cleans, and inspects all contaminated instruments from operating rooms and other hospital areas following manufacturer and department standards. Reassembles instrument sets using count sheets and/or lists. Packages items for sterilization and sterilizes reusable instruments. Operates and monitors reprocessing equipment, maintains records of all sterilizer functions, and cleans equipment per manufacturer instructions.
• Coordination: Utilizes resources judiciously and cost‑effectively. Assists in inventory and maintenance of instruments and supplies. Participates in process improvement and new personnel orientation.
• Communication: Keeps co‑workers and intra‑operative staff informed of updates or issues. Collaborates with the leadership team and UCIC to identify and resolve unit issues.

Non‑Essential Functions

All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED, required.
• Experience: Two years in a hospital Sterile Reprocessing Department, required.
• Licensure/Certification: Sterile Reprocessing Tech certification, required. CBSPD, CRCST, or CSPDT, required.
• Skills: Complete competency testing; demonstrate knowledge of instrumentation, sterile/aseptic technique; read and comprehend written instructions for assembly; understand medical terminology; maintain Sterile Processing Technician certification.
• Schedule: Must be able to work both 1st and 2nd shift.
• Transportation: Must have reliable transportation; float between the 9 coastal facilities.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and thorough records with attention to detail.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.