Lead Sterile Processing Tech III: Instrumentation Expert

Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

Orlando Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician III with advanced knowledge of surgical instrumentation and sterilization. You will work directly with Surgery clinical staff and managers to support trauma and tertiary procedures, mentoring SP team members and leading in the absence of supervision.

You will ensure aseptic technique, infection control, and quality in all sterilization steps, maintaining records and guiding continuous process improvements for patient safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in sterile processing.
• Nationally certified through HSPA or CBSPD or equivalent.
• Maintain CEU credits as required by certifying body.

Responsibilities

• Assess, troubleshoot and make recommendations for trauma and tertiary care surgical procedures.
• Demonstrate knowledge of sterilization process, infection control, quality control, sterility maintenance and aseptic technique.
• Serve as a resource and mentor for the SP team and surgical clinical staff.
• Lead in the absence of the Manager or Coordinator.
• Distribute instrument trays for surgical case carts according to schedule and surgeon cards.
• Maintain daily records and monitor chemical, mechanical, and biological sterilization processes.
• Orient new team members and advocate for patient safety in sterilization methods.
• Ensure a safe environment and comply with policies and procedures.

Skills

Sterile processing

Infection control

Aseptic technique

Mentoring/leadership

Education

HSPA or CBSPD certification

Job description

Orlando Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician III with advanced knowledge of surgical instrumentation and sterilization. You will work directly with Surgery clinical staff and managers to support trauma and tertiary procedures, mentoring SP team members and leading in the absence of supervision.

You will ensure aseptic technique, infection control, and quality in all sterilization steps, maintaining records and guiding continuous process improvements for patient safety.