Central Sterile Tech, Surgical Services

Northwest Florida Community Hospital is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Central Sterile Processing Technician to join our Surgical Services team. The Central Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for cleaning, decontaminating, inspecting, assembling, sterilizing, and distributing surgical instruments and equipment to ensure they are safe and ready for patient care.

• Clean, decontaminate, inspect, assemble, package, and sterilize surgical instruments and medical equipment.
• Operate and monitor sterilization equipment according to established procedures and manufacturer guidelines.
• Maintain accurate sterilization records and documentation.
• Ensure surgical instruments and equipment are properly stored and readily available for procedures.
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness, proper function, and damage.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow infection prevention, safety, and regulatory guidelines.
• Assist Surgical Services staff with instrument and equipment needs.

Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience in Central Sterile Processing preferred.
• Knowledge of sterilization techniques, infection prevention, and medical instrumentation preferred.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain accurate documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a healthcare team.

• CRCST or CSPDT certification preferred.
• Certification may be required based on departmental needs and applicable guidelines.

Northwest Florida Community Hospital offers a supportive work environment and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients in our community.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match eligibility
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Northwest Florida Community Hospital is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Northwest Florida Community Hospital are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Northwest Florida Community Hospital will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. We encourage applicants of all ages.

In addition, as part of our commitment to quality and excellence, Northwest Florida Community Hospital will continue to maintain a safe, healthy environment for you by requiring all applicants, who are tentatively selected for a position, to submit to a criminal history check and screening for illegal drug use prior to appointment for a job.

Final confirmation of any job offer will be contingent upon the successful completion of all pre-employment requirements, including a pre-employment drug screening and background screening. Failure to submit to either screening, falsification of any screening information, or a positive finding on a drug test will result in removal from consideration for employment for a period of one year.