Certified Sterile Processing Technician

The Certified Sterile Processing Technician position is for a Sterile Processing Technician with CRCST or CBSPD certification. Under supervision of the SPD Supervisor / Manager or Educator, the Certified Sterile Processing Technician will provide thoroughly cleaned, disinfected and / or sterilized instrument trays and equipment to the OR and other departments in the hospital. All steps in the reprocessing cycle will be strictly driven by the manufacture instructions for use. Trays will be accurately assembled according to the established tray list in Censitrac. Responsible for use of all decontamination and sterilization equipment in accordance to manufacture guidelines, can troubleshoot minor issues. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. The value you'll bring to the team: Rotates assignments among various areas within the department functions including but not limited to: decontamination, surgical and other tray assembly sterilization processes, and management of supplies and equipment. Properly identifies and segregates reusable items for decontamination, disinfection, and sterilization. Selects proper cleaning methods for pre-cleaning and cleaning instrumentation, power tools and equipment sent to Central Service based upon manufacturer instructions for use. Disassembles and inspects items for damage or missing components. Correctly and safely operates all equipment in the decontamination area ensuring that all standards for personal protective equipment and prevention of body fluid exposure are always adhered to. Accurately assembles instruments, complex instrument sets, and other surgical items by selecting the appropriate items, trays and instruments and records information in computer tracking system or paper instrument count sheet. Selects appropriate materials and sterilization packaging for each instrument set. Aware of aseptic technique and proper wrapping of instrument trays to allow the end user to open product in an aseptic manner and produces a compact, logically arranged package which is within the proper weight limits appropriate for assured sterilization. Ensures appropriate sterility indicators and lot stickers are present on all instrument sets and packages. *Terms: 12 month Employment Contract Required for Sign-On Sign-on Eligibility: Applicable experience required. Internal Candidates and Rehires within 12 months are not eligible. Qualifications The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed: High School Grad or Equiv Required OR Technical/Vocational School - Graduate of a surgical technology program Required 1 related experience Preferred Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST) Required Certified Sterile Processing Tech (CSPD) Required Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) Preferred Certified Board of Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) Preferred

• Provide thoroughly cleaned, disinfected and / or sterilized instrument trays and equipment to the OR and other departments in the hospital.
• All steps in the reprocessing cycle will be strictly driven by the manufacture instructions for use.
• Trays will be accurately assembled according to the established tray list in Censitrac.
• Responsible for use of all decontamination and sterilization equipment in accordance to manufacture guidelines, can troubleshoot minor issues.
• Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.
• Rotates assignments among various areas within the department functions including but not limited to: decontamination, surgical and other tray assembly sterilization processes, and management of supplies and equipment.
• Properly identifies and segregates reusable items for decontamination, disinfection, and sterilization.
• Selects proper cleaning methods for pre-cleaning and cleaning instrumentation, power tools and equipment sent to Central Service based upon manufacturer instructions for use.
• Disassembles and inspects items for damage or missing components.
• Correctly and safely operates all equipment in the decontamination area ensuring that all standards for personal protective equipment and prevention of body fluid exposure are always adhered to.
• Accurately assembles instruments, complex instrument sets, and other surgical items by selecting the appropriate items, trays and instruments and records information in computer tracking system or paper instrument count sheet.
• Selects appropriate materials and sterilization packaging for each instrument set.
• Aware of aseptic technique and proper wrapping of instrument trays to allow the end user to open product in an aseptic manner and produces a compact, logically arranged package which is within the proper weight limits appropriate for assured sterilization.
• Ensures appropriate sterility indicators and lot stickers are present on all instrument sets and packages.

• Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST) Required
• Certified Sterile Processing Tech (CSPD) Required
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) Preferred
• Certified Board of Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) Preferred

• Benefits from Day One
• Paid Days Off from Day One
• Career Development

At AdventHealth Orlando, what started as a converted farmhouse in rural Central Florida has become Central Florida’s major tertiary health care facility. Patients come from the Southeast, the Caribbean and even as far as South America for our proven expertise and compassionate health care. With a variety of Orlando hospital jobs, we invite you to start or elevate your career with a new job at AdventHealth Orlando. We constantly seek out Orlando nurses, medical assistants, nurse assistants, patient care and health administration professionals who share our passion for whole-person health care. Learn more about our open positions and apply to become an invaluable part of our team. Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we're committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier. All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: *$3,000 Sign-on Bonus available for eligible candidates (see terms below) Benefits from Day One Paid Days Off from Day One Career Development Schedule: Full Time 3pm - 1130pm With holiday and weekend rotation Shift : Evenings The community you'll be caring for: Located on a lush tropical campus, our flagship hospital, 1,368-bed AdventHealth Orlando Serves as the major tertiary facility for much of the Southeast, the Caribbean and South America AdventHealth Orlando houses one of the largest Emergency Departments and largest cardiac catheterization labs in the country We are already one of the busiest hospitals in the nation, providing service excellence to more than 32,000 inpatients and 125,000 outpatients each year 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.