Central Sterile Technician

Job Summary

As a Sterile Processing Technician at HCA Florida Mercy Hospital, you'll play a critical role in delivering safe, high-quality surgical care by ensuring every instrument is thoroughly cleaned, sterilized, and ready when needed. Your focus on safety and attention to detail helps protect patients and empowers a team committed to the care and improvement of human life.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning, disinfecting, sterilizing, and organizing surgical instruments and supplies following safety standards
• Monitoring sterilization cycles, documenting results, and resolving issues promptly to deliver on our commitment to safe, high-quality care
• Preparing and organizing instrument trays and surgical rooms based on the daily schedule and procedural needs
• Safely handling and disposing of biohazardous materials while keeping the work area clean and organized
• Working closely with nurses and surgeons to anticipate needs and support smooth, efficient surgeries

Qualifications

• High School Graduate / GED Graduate from a Sterile Processing Technician school
• Current Sterile Processing Technician Certification or agreement to obtain within 6 months of employment
• Central Sterile experience preferred

Benefits

HCA Florida Mercy Hospital offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling
• Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing

Additional Information

HCA Florida Mercy Hospital is a 488-bed facility accredited by the Joint Commission and offers a wide range of medical specialties including emergency care, heart, and vascular care. We are designated as a Primary Stroke Center and have Level II NICU, Comprehensive Community Cancer Program, and CARF accreditation for inpatient rehabilitation. HCA Healthcare is recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute and spends an estimated $3.7 billion annually on charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.