Sterile Processing Technician

Ascension; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ascension Sacred Heart Bay Hospital in Panama City, FL is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support surgical services. You will clean and decontaminate instruments, assemble trays, and operate sterilization equipment to maintain a sterile environment.

This role requires licensure or certification in sterile processing when possible, a high school diploma or equivalent (or 1 year experience), and on-call/holiday rotations. Ascension offers a 403(b) plan and employee assistance resources.

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable job-specific experience.
• Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
• Certification through accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Clean and decontaminate surgical instruments and equipment according to manufacturer Instructions for Use and established safety protocols to support a sterile environment.
• Inspect, organize, and assemble instrument trays and supplies to ensure readiness for procedures.
• Operate sterilization equipment and follow safety standards to maintain infection prevention and quality assurance compliance.
• Maintain inventory and supply levels for surgical case carts to support efficient daily operations.
• Collaborate with sterile processing and surgical teams to ensure instruments and equipment are available and functioning properly for patient care.

Skills

Sterile processing

Instrument decontamination

Infection control

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

1 year of relevant experience

Certification through accredited program

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Panama City, FL
• Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart Bay Hospital
• Department: Sterile Processing
• Schedule: Rotating | PRN

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Clean and decontaminate surgical instruments and equipment according to manufacturer Instructions for Use and established safety protocols to support a sterile healthcare environment.
• Inspect, organize, and assemble instrument trays and supplies to ensure accuracy and readiness for surgical procedures.
• Operate sterilization equipment and follow established safety standards to maintain infection prevention and quality assurance compliance.
• Maintain inventory and supply levels for surgical case carts to support efficient daily operations within Surgical Services.
• Collaborate with sterile processing and surgical teams to ensure instruments and equipment are available and functioning properly for patient care.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association preferred.
• Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
• Certification through accredited program.

Additional Preferences:

• Previous sterile processing or medical experience.
• On Call and Holidays rotation required

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.