Certified Sterile Processing Tech

Job Description

The Certified Central Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the reprocessing of all sterile and non-sterile materials, instruments, and equipment for surgery and other hospital units. He/she is responsible for manual cleaning and decontamination; operating the mechanical washers and sonic units; testing autoclaves for efficiency and maintaining compliant records; He/she assists in the recall process as needed. As a certified technician, the technician will also assist in the education and training of other staff (e.g., new hires) with respect to quality assurance, performance improvement, and departmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Performs Decontamination Procedure According to Policy.
• Performs Sterilization Procedure According to Departmental Policy.
• Maintains Patient Equipment.
• Assists with the Education/Training of Staff

Qualifications

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

• 6 months minimum required as CS/SPD Tech or other relevant

LICENSE

• N/A

CERTIFICATION

• CBSPD or IAHCSMM certification required.
• Certification must be up to date and kept current.

About Us

St. Mary's Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At St. Mary's Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

About the Team

St. Marys Medical Center (SMMC), part of the Palm Beach Health Network, is a 420-bed acute care hospital in West Palm Beach. The hospital has been serving Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast for more than 80 years. SMMC is a Level 1 Trauma Center, a state-designated Pediatric Trauma Referral Center, certified Comprehensive Stoke Center, and has a level III NICU. Pediatric services are provided at the Palm Beach Childrens Hospital at St. Marys Medical Center, which is the only dedicated childrens hospital between Ft. Lauderdale and Orlando. Along with 24/7 dedicated pediatric emergency and trauma care, Palm Beach Childrens Hospitals medical staff consists of 196 pediatricians in 36 subspecialties. Join us!