Certified Sterile Processing Technician

AdventHealth; Lake Wales (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth Lake Wales seeks a Sterilization Technician to support decontamination, sterilization, and instrument assembly workflows. You will operate sterilizers, verify records, and ensure proper packaging and labeling for aseptic processing. The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and adherence to infection prevention standards.

You will participate in rotating tasks across decontamination, tray assembly, and equipment management while maintaining logs and contributing to patient safety.

Qualifications

• CRCST and CSPDT certifications required.
• High school graduate required; vocational training preferred.
• 1+ related experience preferred.
• Field of Study: healthcare sterile processing.
• Technical/Vocational schooling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Selects materials and packaging for aseptic instrument sets.
• Ensures sterilization indicators and lot stickers on all sets.
• Operates sterilization equipment per manufacturer instructions.
• Reviews sterilizer charts and records parameters before release.
• Maintains logs and documents requirements in systems.
• Disassembles and inspects items for damage and safety.
• Assembles instruments and records in tracking system.
• Rotates assignments across decontamination and sterilization areas.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Flexibility

Work under pressure

Medical terminology

Infection control

Computer systems

Education

High School Grad or Equiv

Technical/Vocational Training

Healthcare sterile processing field

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Computer systems

Job description

Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Benefits and Perks

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule & Location

• Schedule: Full time
• Shift: Day (United States of America)
• Address: 410 S 11TH ST City: LAKE WALES
• State: Florida Postal Code: 33853

Job Description

• Selects appropriate materials and sterilization packaging for each instrument set, ensuring proper wrapping for aseptic technique.
• Ensures sterility indicators and lot stickers are present on all instrument sets and packages.
• Operates complex sterilization equipment, selecting the correct method of sterilization based on manufacturer instructions.
• Reviews and signs all sterilizer recording charts to verify proper sterilization parameters before releasing items for clinical use.
• Monitors sterilizer printouts, maintains records, and documents all requirements in appropriate log books or computer systems.
• Properly identifies and segregates reusable items for decontamination, disinfection, and sterilization, selecting appropriate cleaning methods based on manufacturer instructions.
• Disassembles and inspects items for damage or missing components, ensuring safe operation of all equipment in the decontamination area.
• Accurately assembles instruments, complex instrument sets, and other surgical items, recording information in the computer tracking system or paper instrument count sheet.
• Utilizes the recall process for sterilization failures and notifies supervisors or managers of positive results.
• Communicates effectively with all hospital departments and within the department, using the chain of command to resolve issues.
• Participates in training new employees, attending in-services and department meetings to maintain knowledge base.
• Rotates assignments among various areas within the department, including decontamination, surgical tray assembly, sterilization processes, and equipment management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate by reading, writing legibly, speaking and comprehending English effectively in order to carry out job requirements. [Required]
• Ability to understand the needs of the customer and respond to them in a pro-active, courteous, professional, and efficient manner. [Required]
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to change. [Required]
• Ability to work under stress and deadlines. [Required]
• Medical terminology [Required]
• Understanding of the principles of microbiology, aseptic principles and techniques, and infection control as they apply to sterile supply operation. [Required]
• Basic knowledge of prevention of cross contamination and the critical nature of nosocomial infections. [Required]
• Knowledge of the use, operation, maintenance, assembly, disassembly and cleaning requirements of the full range of instruments and equipment. [Required]
• Ability and experience with computer systems [Preferred]

Education

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]
• Technical/Vocational School [Preferred]
• Field of Study: in healthcare sterile processing

Work Experience

• 1+ related experience [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST) [Required]
• Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) [Required]

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem

Pay Range

Pay Range: $16.67 - $26.67

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law. Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Equal Opportunity Employer

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

About AdventHealth

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.