Sterile Processing Lead & Instrument Coordinator

UF Health; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health Shands Hospital in Gainesville, FL seeks a dedicated Central Sterile Technician to support patient care by sterilizing instruments, maintaining the instrument tracking system, and coordinating instrument purchasing and inventory alongside the OR. Minimum education includes a High School diploma; CRCST certification is required or obtained within one year.

Strong communication and computer skills are essential to collaborate with nurses, vendors, and internal teams in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CRCST certification required or must obtain within one year of employment.
• Strong communication and computer skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to continuity of care under the direction of a registered nurse.
• Assists with positioning, prepping, and draping patients.
• Maintains sterile processing equipment and performs routine cleaning/sterilization.
• Keeps instrument tracking data accurate and reports missing instruments.
• Coordinates instrument purchasing and inventory in collaboration with OR and vendors.

Skills

Effective communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CRCST certification or eligibility within 1 year

Job description

UF Health Shands Hospital in Gainesville, FL seeks a dedicated Central Sterile Technician to support patient care by sterilizing instruments, maintaining the instrument tracking system, and coordinating instrument purchasing and inventory alongside the OR. Minimum education includes a High School diploma; CRCST certification is required or obtained within one year.

Strong communication and computer skills are essential to collaborate with nurses, vendors, and internal teams in a fast-paced