Non-Certified CS/SPD Technician

Cleveland Clinic • Vero Beach, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Non-Certified CS/SPD Technicians clean and maintain surgical instruments and hospital equipment, organize sterilized tools into trays for routine and special surgeries, and check equipment to ensure it is in good repair and up to date. The position offers hands-on learning and the opportunity to become certified and move into higher positions within the organization.

The role is based at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital in Vero Beach, Florida. The caregiver works evenings from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., with rotating weekend call requirements. Work includes cleaning, decontaminating, assembling, and disinfecting reusable instrumentation; preparing instruments and case carts; maintaining records in an electronic tracking system; and distributing supplies and equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Obtain a Sterile Processing certification (e.g., CRCST, CSPDT, CFER, or CER) within 18 months after hire, unless an extension is granted at the discretion of leadership.
• Ability to use the computerized instrument tracking system to perform assigned duties.

Nice To Haves

• One year of healthcare experience or a similar background in mechanical or manufacturing assembly.
• Military experience, including Hospital Corpsman (HM), Machinery Repairman (MR), Aircraft Maintenance Technician (2A3X3), Biomedical Equipment Specialist (68A), Small Arms Repairer (91F), or similar.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform case pull functions.
• Handle equipment, instruments, and chemicals properly while following preventative maintenance schedules and personal protective equipment standards during decontamination.
• Scan, sort, and inspect instruments for functionality and cleanliness.
• Assemble, wrap, and label instruments according to provided lists and documented procedures.
• Clean, decontaminate, assemble, and high-level disinfect reusable instruments in accordance with AAMI ST79 standards.
• Monitor and control the distribution of supplies and equipment.
• Maintain records in the electronic tracking system, including processing, sterilization, and quality assurance documentation.
• Participate in in-service education.
• Build case carts using electronic preference cards and dispatch them to appropriate locations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED