Certified Sterile Processing Technician
AdventHealth · Altamonte Springs, FL · 4 days ago
Healthcare$17.11–$27.38/hrFull-time
Schedule
Monday - Friday
Hours: 7am-3:30pm
Responsibilities
- Selects appropriate materials and sterilization packaging for each instrument set, ensuring proper wrapping for aseptic technique.
- 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.
- Maintains records and documents all requirements in appropriate logbooks or computer systems.
Requirements
- 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
- Understanding of the principles of microbiology, aseptic principles and techniques, and infection control as they apply to sterile supply operation.
- Basic knowledge of prevention of cross contamination and the critical nature of nosocomial infections.
- Knowledge of the use, operation, maintenance, assembly, disassembly and cleaning requirements of the full range of instruments and equipment.
- Ability and experience with computer systems
Skills
- Required: Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT)
Qualifications
- High School Grad or Equiv
- Technical/Vocational School
- Field Of Study in healthcare sterile processing
- 1+ related experience
Benefits
- Benefits from Day One
- Paid Time Off from Day One
- 403-B Retirement Plan
- Whole Person Well-being Resources
- Mental Health Resources and Support
- Pet Benefits
Additional Information
- Additional Licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located.
- Licenses And Certifications: Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT)
Physical Requirements
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