Part-Time Sterile Processing Tech — Elevate Patient Care

UF Health; Saint Augustine, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

UF Health in St. Augustine, FL is seeking a part-time Sterile Processing Technician to perform decontamination, cleaning, sterilization, and reprocessing of surgical instruments and equipment for all hospital areas.

Responsibilities include maintaining documentation, working under supervision, and achieving required Central Service Certifications within 1 year. Prior sterile processing exposure is preferred; current staff path to grandfathered status where applicable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of autoclave and washer/disinfection processes.
• Manual dexterity, computer skills, and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Ability to read, spell and perform basic math; follow instructions.
• Ability to function effectively as part of a team.
• New hires must obtain Central Service Certification (CBSPD or CRCST) or Surgical Technology Certification (CST) within 1 year of hire/transfer.
• Current employees hired before Feb 1, 2014 will be grandfathered.
• Preferred: CBSPD/CRCST or CST certification.
• Experience: Less than 1 year in sterile processing or related school/cert.

Responsibilities

• Perform decontamination, cleaning, sterilization, and reprocessing of patient care equipment, instruments, and supplies.
• Support sterilization efforts across hospital and clinical areas.
• Maintain sterilization documentation.
• Work under supervision and gradually operate independently.

Skills

Autoclave knowledge

Dexterity

Computer skills

Under pressure

Communication skills

Reading & math

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

UF Health in St. Augustine, FL is seeking a part-time Sterile Processing Technician to perform decontamination, cleaning, sterilization, and reprocessing of surgical instruments and equipment for all hospital areas.

Responsibilities include maintaining documentation, working under supervision, and achieving required Central Service Certifications within 1 year. Prior sterile processing exposure is preferred; current staff path to grandfathered status where applicable.