Sterile Processing Technician

adventhealth; Port Charlotte (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Port Charlotte, FL seeks a Sterile Processing Technician to select, wrap, and sterilize instrument sets for clinical use. The role emphasizes aseptic technique, proper labeling, and adherence to sterilization protocols.

Requirements include CRCST or CSPDT certification (or equivalent) and 1+ related experience preferred; High School diploma or equivalent is required, with vocational training preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate by reading, writing legibly, speaking and comprehending English effectively.
• Ability to respond to customer needs in a proactive, courteous, professional manner.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to change.
• Ability to work under stress and deadlines.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Selects appropriate materials and sterilization packaging for each instrument set, ensuring proper wrapping for aseptic technique.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Ensures sterility indicators and lot stickers are present on all instrument sets and packages.
• Operates complex sterilization equipment, selecting the correct method of sterilization based on manufacturer instructions.
• Reviews and signs all sterilizer recording charts to verify proper sterilization parameters before releasing items for clinical use.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Adaptability

Stress management

Medical terminology

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Technical/Vocational School

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

2500 HARBOR BLVD

City:

PORT CHARLOTTE

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

33952

Job Description:

• Selects appropriate materials and sterilization packaging for each instrument set, ensuring proper wrapping for aseptic technique.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Ensures sterility indicators and lot stickers are present on all instrument sets and packages.
• Operates complex sterilization equipment, selecting the correct method of sterilization based on manufacturer instructions.
• Reviews and signs all sterilizer recording charts to verify proper sterilization parameters before releasing items for clinical use.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate by reading, writing legibly, speaking and comprehending English effectively in order to carry out job requirements.
• Ability to understand the needs of the customer and respond to them in a pro-active, courteous, professional, and efficient manner.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to change.
• Ability to work under stress and deadlines.
• Medical terminology

Education:

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]
• Technical/Vocational School [Preferred]

Field of Study:

• In healthcare sterile processing

Work Experience:

• 1+ related experience [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST)[Required] OR
• Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT)[Required]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem

Pay Range:

$17.11 - $27.38

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse

https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.