Sterile Processing Technician Lead | Sterile Processing | Full-time | Days

UF Health • Jacksonville, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the Sterile Processing team at UF Health Jacksonville and play a critical role in supporting safe, high-quality patient care within a nationally recognized Level I Trauma Center. In this role the Sterile Processing Technician Lead is responsible for performing effective and efficient decontamination, cleaning, sterilization, and reprocessing of patient equipment, surgical instruments, and medical supplies, in support of all hospital and clinical areas. Working under the guidance of supervisor or manager, will utilize knowledge and skills to work independently in all job functions. In addition to technician duties the Lead Tech will perform other administrative duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager. Oversees department operation in the absence of the supervisor. Conducts in-service education programs for staff members as necessary and on a routine basis, functions as a mentor to department staff members.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Pass and maintain Central Service Certification (CBSPD or IAHCSMM) within 6 months of date of hire or transfer into position.
• 1-2 years of Sterile Processing or equivalent OR experience.
• Knowledge in all aspects of supply/equipment processing, including surgical instrumentation.
• Must possess manual dexterity, computer skills, and be able to work under pressure.
• Knowledge in the use of autoclave, steris, washer/disinfection, sterrad, etc.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to read, spell and do simple math, write clearly and understand written and oral instructions.
• Able to work closely with others in positive ways.
• Be Proficient with functions in a SPD environment.
• Be Proficient at critical thinking in a SPD environment.
• Be Proficient with technical skills in a SPD environment.
• Ability to follow up with other employees in an effective manner regarding tasks and needed assignments.

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of Central Service Certification (CBSPD or IAHCSMM).
• 3-5 years of Level 1 Trauma Center SPD or equivalent OR experience.

Responsibilities

• Performing effective and efficient decontamination, cleaning, sterilization, and reprocessing of patient equipment, surgical instruments, and medical supplies, in support of all hospital and clinical areas.
• Utilizing knowledge and skills to work independently in all job functions.
• Performing administrative duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager.
• Overseeing department operation in the absence of the supervisor.
• Conducting in-service education programs for staff members as necessary and on a routine basis.
• Functioning as a mentor to department staff members.

What This Job Offers

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