Sterile Processing Technician

Ascension; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider that prioritizes high-quality patient care and community impact. As a key member of the Sterile Processing team, you will ensure the cleanliness and functionality of medical instruments, contributing to the safety and well-being of patients. This role offers a flexible schedule and the opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values professional growth. With a mission focused on enhancing lives, you will thrive in a culture that encourages personal and professional development while making a meaningful difference in the community.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance Options

Retirement Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Programs

Parental Leave

Adoption Assistance

Qualifications

• Experience in operating sterilization equipment and ensuring cleanliness.
• Knowledge of decontamination protocols and quality assurance processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate sterilization equipment and inspect instruments for cleanliness.
• Perform decontamination of soiled instruments and maintain inventory levels.

Skills

Sterilization Equipment Operation

Decontamination Procedures

Quality Assurance Audits

Inventory Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Central Service Tech Certification

Job description

We Are Hiring

• Department:Sterile Processing
• Schedule:PRN , rotating shifts
  • Flexible Monday - Sunday. Hours may vary.
• Hospital:Ascension Sacred Heart Bay
• Location:Panama City, Florida

What You Will Do

• Operate sterilization equipment and inspects instruments, equipment, and containers to ensure cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Perform decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers and equipment according to instructions for use (IFUs) and established protocols.
• Correct instrument sets according to current standards, established count sheets and/or instrument tracking systems.
• Maintain proper levels of inventory to ensure availability for case carts.
• Perform regular quality assurance program audits of peers.

What You Will 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.

Additional Preferences

Certification preferred.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension Sacred Heart is a leading provider of high-quality healthcare to children and adults in South Alabama and Northwest Florida communities and operates Northwest Florida's only children's hospital. Our faith-based ministry offers caregivers the opportunity to flourish personally and professionally in a variety of specialties, including cardiology, brain and spine, pediatrics, women's health, orthopedics and cancer care.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran 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.

As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

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Benefits

Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer.