Sterile Processing Tech Cert

HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) match program

Tuition assistance

Employee stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Fertility and family benefits

Job summary

HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital is seeking a Certified Sterile Processing Technician to ensure instruments and supplies are cleaned, sterilized, and ready for every procedure. You will support surgical staff by maintaining rigorous sterilization standards and accurate recordkeeping.

The role emphasizes teamwork with the OR and supply chain teams, adherence to infection control, and dependable response to instrument requests during procedures.

Qualifications

• CSPDT or CRCST certification required; work experience may substitute degree.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to follow sterile processing procedures and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Clean, inspect, assemble, and sterilize surgical instruments and trays.
• Manage sterilization equipment and maintain records to support patient safety.
• Prepare customized surgical sets and case carts based on daily schedules.
• Manage inventory and supplies in OR storage and ensure availability for procedures.
• Respond to instrument requests during surgeries and address urgent equipment needs.

Skills

CSPDT

CRCST

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Summary and Qualifications

As a Certified Sterile Processing Technician, you will play a critical role in protecting patient safety and supporting life‑saving care through precision and attention to detail. In this rewarding role, you will be a vital part of our team – helping surgical staff deliver safe, effective care by ensuring every instrument and supply is clean, prepared, and ready when it is needed most.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning, inspecting, assembling, and sterilizing surgical instruments and trays to ensure they are sterile, complete, labeled, and ready for use.
• Managing sterilization equipment and keeping accurate records to support patient safety and infection prevention.
• Preparing customized surgical sets and case carts based on daily schedules and specific procedure needs.
• Managing inventory and supplies in OR storage and specialty lockers, working with the surgical team to meet needs and keep operations running smoothly.
• Responding quickly to instrument requests during surgeries and helping solve urgent equipment needs.

Qualifications

• (CSPDT) Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician, or (CRCST) Certified Registered Central Service Technician, or Work Experience in lieu of Degree.
• High School Graduate / GED.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services.
• Well‑being support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial well‑being counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.
• Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.