Sterile Processing Tech I - Day Shift, Growth Path

adventhealth; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Job summary

AdventHealth Kissimmee is seeking a dedicated Sterile Processing Technician to join our team. You will receive soiled instruments from surgery, prepare and disinfect them, and verify items for sterilization to support safe patient care in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (associate preferred) and prior sterile processing experience; BLS or CSPDT/CRCST certification is preferred. We offer benefits from day one and a comprehensive development program.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred; high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous sterile processing technician experience preferred.
• BLS certification preferred; CSPDT or CRCST certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receives soiled and contaminated instruments or equipment from surgery, anesthesia, and nursing units.
• Prepares, cleans, and disinfects instruments and equipment appropriately.
• Inspects all instruments and equipment for damages, malfunction, or unacceptable condition.
• Prepares instruments and equipment for sterilization by verifying correct items and quantities.
• Assures proper sterilization procedures are performed and the effectiveness of the sterilizing process.
• Maintains required records on sterilization and tracks equipment and instruments issued to nursing units.
• Assists with maintaining adequate supply levels and supply preparation for surgical cases.
• Maintains cleanliness and proper order in the work area.
• Demonstrates proficient use of all equipment and knowledge of stocking and par levels for nursing units.
• Shows dependability and flexibility in meeting the scheduling needs of the department.
• Assumes on-call assignments and takes responsibility for personal and professional development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sterile processing

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Job description

AdventHealth Kissimmee is seeking a dedicated Sterile Processing Technician to join our team. You will receive soiled instruments from surgery, prepare and disinfect them, and verify items for sterilization to support safe patient care in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (associate preferred) and prior sterile processing experience; BLS or CSPDT/CRCST certification is preferred. We offer benefits from day one and a comprehensive development program.