Certified Sterile Processing Technician

**Our promise to you:**Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that **together** we are even better.**All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:**+ Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance+ Paid Time Off from Day One+ 403-B Retirement Plan+ 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave+ Career Development+ Whole Person Well-being Resources+ Mental Health Resources and Support+ Pet Benefits**Schedule:**Full time**Shift:**Day (United States of America)**Address:**2000 FOWLER GROVE BLVD**City:**WINTER GARDEN**State:**Florida**Postal Code:**34787**Job Description:****Shift:** Days**Schedule:** 11am-7:30pm**Location:** AdventHealth Winter Garden+ Selects appropriate materials and sterilization packaging for each instrument set, ensuring proper wrapping for aseptic technique.+ Ensures sterility indicators and lot stickers are present on all instrument sets and packages.+ Operates complex sterilization equipment, selecting the correct method of sterilization based on manufacturer instructions.+ Reviews and signs all sterilizer recording charts to verify proper sterilization parameters before releasing items for clinical use.+ Monitors sterilizer printouts, maintains records, and documents all requirements in appropriate log books or computer systems.+ Properly identifies and segregates reusable items for decontamination, disinfection, and sterilization, selecting appropriate cleaning methods based on manufacturer instructions.+ Disassembles and inspects items for damage or missing components, ensuring safe operation of all equipment in the decontamination area.+ Accurately assembles instruments, complex instrument sets, and other surgical items, recording information in the computer tracking system or paper instrument count sheet.+ Other duties as assigned.**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:**+ Ability to communicate by reading, writing legibly, speaking and comprehending English effectively in order to carry out job requirements. [Required]+ Ability to understand the needs of the customer and respond to them in a pro-active, courteous, professional, and efficient manner. [Required]+ Flexibility and ability to adapt to change. [Required]+ Ability to work under stress and deadlines. [Required]+ Medical terminology [Required]+ Understanding of the principles of microbiology, aseptic principles and techniques, and infection control as they apply to sterile supply operation. [Required]+ Basic knowledge of prevention of cross contamination and the critical nature of nosocomial infections. [Required]+ Knowledge of the use, operation, maintenance, assembly, disassembly and cleaning requirements of the full range of instruments and equipment. [Required]+ Ability and experience with computer systems [Preferred]**Education:**+ High School Grad or Equiv [Required]+ Technical/Vocational School [Preferred]**Field of Study:**+ in healthcare sterile processing**Work Experience:**+ 1+ related experience [Preferred]**Licenses and Certifications:**+ Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST) [Required] **OR** Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) [Required]**Physical Requirements:** _(Please click the link below to view work requirements)_Physical Requirements - Range:**$17.28 - $27.65**Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)**Certain positions are subject to **Florida Level 2 background screening** , including fingerprinting, as required by state law.Applicants may review general information about Florida's background screening requirements at the **Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse** : facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances._**Category:** Surgery Services**Organization:** AdventHealth Winter Garden**Schedule:** Full time**Shift:** Day**Req ID:** 153337407