Tech Sterile Processing | Evening

University of Florida Health • Jacksonville, FL

69d

About The Position

Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for performing effective and efficient decontamination, cleaning, sterilization, and reprocessing of patient care equipment, surgical instruments, and medical supplies, in support of all hospital and clinical areas. Accountable for sterilization documentation. Knowledgeable in all processes relates to unit sterilizers. Working under the supervision and guidance of manager, supervisor, lead workers, and more experienced staff, will utilize knowledge and skills to work independently in all job functions.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• New hires must obtain and maintain Central Service Certification (CBSPD or CRCST) or Surgical Technology Certification (CST) within 1 year of date of hire or transfer into the position.
• Less than 1 year of work experience OR sterile processing/surgical technology school graduate OR CRCST, CSPDT, or CST certification.

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of Central Service Certification (CBSPD or CRCST) or Surgical Technology Certification (CST).
• 1-2 years of Sterile Processing or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform decontamination, cleaning, sterilization, and reprocessing of patient care equipment, surgical instruments, and medical supplies.
• Accountable for sterilization documentation.
• Utilize knowledge and skills to work independently in all job functions under supervision.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees