Sterile Processing Tech — CRCST/CSPDT | Night Shift

AdventHealth; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

4 Weeks Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth Tampa is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support sterile supply operations in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role involves aseptic wrapping, sterilization, instrument assembly, and documentation in computer systems. You will rotate through decontamination, tray assembly, and sterilization areas, ensuring patient safety and compliance with stringent standards.

Qualifications

• Proficient in medical terminology and aseptic techniques.
• Understanding of infection control principles as they apply to sterile processing.
• Experience with sterilization equipment and documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Selects appropriate materials and packaging for instrument sets.
• Ensures sterility indicators and lot stickers are present.
• Operates sterilization equipment and selects correct method per instructions.
• Reviews sterilizer charts and verifies parameters before release.
• Monitors printouts, maintains records, and documents requirements.
• Identifies, segregates, and decontaminates reusable items as directed.
• Disassembles and inspects instruments for damage or missing parts.
• Assembles instrument sets and records information in tracking systems.
• Uses recall process for sterilization failures and notifies supervisors.
• Communicates effectively with departments and within the unit.
• Participates in training and department meetings to maintain knowledge.
• Rotates assignments across decontamination, tray assembly, sterilization, and equipment management.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

Aseptic techniques

Infection control

Sterilization equipment

English communication

Computer systems

Education

High School Grad or Equiv

Technical/Vocational School

Job description

AdventHealth Tampa is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support sterile supply operations in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role involves aseptic wrapping, sterilization, instrument assembly, and documentation in computer systems. You will rotate through decontamination, tray assembly, and sterilization areas, ensuring patient safety and compliance with stringent standards.