Sterile Processing Technician Contract Days 36hrs $38.50/hr.

Schedule

• PRN
• Day shift
• 36 hours per week

Pay

• $38.50/hr

About StaffFlex

AdventHealth StaffFlex nurses are valued team members of AdventHealth who also want the flexibility to work contract assignments at one facility or float within multiple hospitals in 9 states. A perfect fit for individuals who want the freedom to travel but believe in our mission, StaffFlex provides team members the opportunity to work across various units and more!

Job Details

• Operates complex sterilization equipment and selects the correct method of sterilization based on manufacturers’ instructions for use (IFU).
• Ensures all parameters for sterilization are met by reviewing and signing all sterilizer recording charts to verify proper sterilization time, temperature, pressure, humidity, and sterilant exposure.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Rotates assignments among various areas within the department, including decontamination, 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 based on manufacturer's instructions for use.
• Disassembles and inspects items for damage or missing components.
• Correctly and safely operates all equipment in the decontamination area, adhering to standards for personal protective equipment and prevention of body fluid exposure.
• Accurately assembles instruments, complex instrument sets, and other surgical items by selecting 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.
• Applies aseptic technique and proper wrapping of instrument trays to allow end users to open products in an aseptic manner.
• Produces compact, logically arranged packages within proper weight limits for assured sterilization.
• Ensures appropriate sterility indicators and lot stickers are present on all instrument sets and packages.

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.
• 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 (preferred).

Qualifications

• High School Grad or Equiv (preferred).
• Experience in the sterile processing environment or graduate of a surgical technology program or military training program.
• 2+ years experience working in sterile processing or surgical related field preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST) required.
• Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) required.

Benefits

• Flexible contract assignments available
• Travel Assignments directly with AdventHealth, no 3rd party agency involved
• Extension or new assignment assistance within our system
• Easily convert to permanent staff member if interested
• Competitive Premium Pay Rate
• Be a part of the team as an AdventHealth Employee