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 for proper repair and currency. The role offers hands-on learning and an opportunity to become certified and advance within the organization. The position is based at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital in Vero Beach, Florida, in the Sterile Processing department. The scheduled evening shift is 3:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., with rotating weekend call requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Obtain sterile processing certification (e.g., CRCST, CSPDT, CFER, or CER) within 18 months after hire unless leadership grants an extension.
Ability to use the computerized instrument tracking system to perform assigned duties.
Ability to meet the physical requirements, including full range of body motion; handling and lifting items weighing 20–30 pounds; pushing a fully loaded cart weighing up to 200+ pounds; standing and walking for extensive periods; and corrected vision and hearing within normal range.
Follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment as required.

Nice To Haves

One year of healthcare experience or a similar background in mechanical or manufacturing assembly.
Military experience, including Hospital Corpsmen (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, instrumentation, and chemicals properly during decontamination, following preventative maintenance schedules and personal protective equipment standards.
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 instrumentation in accordance with AAMI ST79 standards.
Monitor and control 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.
Check equipment to ensure it is in good repair and up to date.