Certified Sterile Processing Technician - Surgical Services - FT - Days - $2,500 Sign on Bonus - JDCH

CO046 Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Healthcare System is seeking a Sterile Processing team member to receive, clean, sterilize and store surgical instruments and equipment. You will perform quality assurance testing, document inspections, and ensure proper disposal of bio-hazardous materials.

The role requires a high school diploma and professional certifications in sterile processing (CCSVP, CER, CHL, CIS, CRCST, CSPDM, CSPDT, CST). Strong attention to detail, teamwork and adherence to safety standards are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• CCSVP, CER, CHL, CIS, CRCST, CSPDM, CSPDT, CSPM/CSPDT NBSTSA credentials are listed as preferred qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents required quality assurance testing and inspections.
• Cleans, disinfects, decontaminates, and sterilizes surgical instruments and equipment using appropriate methods and substances.
• Properly disposes of bio‑hazardous substances, chemicals, medical waste, and supplies.

Skills

Sterile Processing

Quality Assurance

Customer Service

Hand Hygiene

Team Work

Organization Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

CCSVP - HSPA

CER - HSPA

CHL - HSPA

CIS - HSPA

CRCST - HSPA

CSPDM - CBSPD

CSPDT - CBSPD

CST - NBSTSA

Job description

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.

Summary

Receives, cleans, sterilizes and stores surgical instruments and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents required quality assurance testing and inspections.
• Cleans, disinfects, decontaminates, and sterilizes surgical instruments and equipment using appropriate methods and substances.
• Properly disposes of bio‑hazardous substances, chemicals, medical waste, and supplies.

Competencies

• ACCOUNTABILITY
• ANALYSIS AND DECISION MAKING
• CUSTOMER SERVICE
• EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION
• EQUIPMENT STERILIZATION
• HAND HYGIENE
• ORGANIZATION SKILLS
• ORGANIZATION SKILLS (2)
• RESPONDING TO CHANGE
• STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR
• TEAM WORK

Education and Certification Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
• Certified Central Service Vendor Partner (CCSVP) - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)
• Certified Endoscope Preprocessor (CER) - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)
• Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL) - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)
• Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)
• Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Manager (CSPDM) - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)
• Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)

Additional Job Information

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communications skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Required Work Experience: One (1) year of related experience required.

Other Information

• Must be certified as CPSDT or any other Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA, formerly IAHCSMM) certifications listed: Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Manager (CSPDM), Certified Sterile Processing & Distribution Technician (CSPDT), Certified in Sterile Processing Management (CSPM), Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST), Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL), Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS), Certified Endoscope Preprocessor (CER), or Certified Central Service Vendor Partner (CCSVP)

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Bending and Stooping = 0%
• Climbing = 0%
• Keyboard Entry = 80%
• Kneeling = 0%
• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 0%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80% Lifting or Carrying
• Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80% Lifting or Carrying
• Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60% Lifting or Carrying
• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80% Pushing or Pulling
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80% Pushing or Pulling
• Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60% Pushing or Pulling
• Reaching = 60%
• Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 80%
• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 0%
• Running = 0%
• Sitting = 40%
• Squatting = 40%
• Standing = 80%
• Walking = 80%
• Audible Speech = 80%
• Hearing Acuity = 80%
• Smelling Acuity = 0%
• Taste Discrimination = 0%
• Depth Perception = 80%
• Distinguish Color = 80%
• Seeing - Far = 80%
• Seeing - Near = 80%
• Bio hazardous Waste = 80%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 40%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 80%
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 80%
• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 80%
• Asbestos = 0%
• Cytotoxic Chemicals = 40%
• Dust = 60%
• Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 80%
• Hazardous Chemicals = 80%
• Hazardous Medication = 80%
• Latex = 60%
• Computer Monitor = 80%
• Domestic Animals = 0%
• Extreme Heat/Cold = 60%
• Fire Risk = 40%
• Hazardous Noise = 80%
• Heating Devices = 80%
• Hypoxia = 0%
• Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
• Magnetic Fields = 0%
• Moving Mechanical Parts = 80%
• Needles/Sharp Objects = 80%
• Potential Electric Shock = 40%
• Potential for Physical Assault = 0%
• Radiation = 0%
• Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
• Unprotected Heights = 0%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 60%
• Shift: Days

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law. We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program. Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.

We invite you to share in the Memorial Experience – where touching lives, lifting spirits, and healing the human body is our profession’s greatest privilege and reward.

Veteran’s Preference

Memorial Healthcare System provides preference as part of our commitment to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans in alignment with state regulations. Veteran’s Preference allows for the first choice in interviewing, hiring, retention, and promotion after deployment when all other applicant qualifications are equal. However, Veteran's Preference does not guarantee a job.

Who is eligible for Veteran’s Preference?

We are proud to offer preference to internal and external applicants who identify within these categories: veterans, disabled veterans, spouse of a disabled veteran, unremarried veteran widow/widower, certain family members, active reservists and members of the National Guard.

What should I do if I am eligible for Veteran’s Preference?

You must claim your Veteran’s Preference status on your application. If selected for a job, you must provide documentation regarding your status.

How does Memorial verify that someone is eligible for Veteran’s Preference?

We require specific documentation as determined by the basis for which someone claims preference. For example, the documentation for a disabled veteran is different from the documentation required for the spouse of a veteran killed in the line of duty.

How often can an eligible person claim Veteran's Preference at Memorial?

There is no limit to how often internal or external applicants can use preference when a job is posted externally on our career website or elsewhere.

What if there are two equally qualified, preference-eligible job applicants?

In this case, the selection is based on the eligibility category in accordance with Florida law. First preference is given to: An honorably discharged veteran who has served on active duty and has a service-connected, compensable disability. A spouse of a person who has a total, permanent, service-connected disability and cannot qualify for employment. A spouse of a person missing in action, captured or forcibly detained or interned by a foreign government or power.

What do I do if I am denied Veteran's Preference?

If you feel you have been unfairly denied Veteran’s Preference by Memorial Healthcare System, please contact [e-mail]. You may also file a complaint with the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs (FDVA).

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