Sterile Processing Tech - ORMC ACC Sterile Processing​/Day Shift

Sterile Processing Tech - ORMC ACC Sterile Processing - Full Time / Day Shift

Position Summary:

The Sterile Processing Technician III has advanced knowledge of the function of surgical instrumentation during the course of patient care. This is a full‑time, day‑shift position in an outpatient facility with no weekend shifts. Minimum two (2) years of Sterile Processing experience is required.

Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center (ORMC) has served the Central Florida community for more than 100 years. With 808 beds, the downtown Orlando hospital is among the largest acute‑care facilities in the region and the only Level I Trauma Center in Central Florida. The hospital has earned consistent Best Regional Hospitals recognition from U.S. News & World Report and most recently received national rankings in six specialties and high performing ratings in 11 adult procedures and conditions, as well as Top Teaching Hospital and a sixth consecutive “A” Hospital Safety Grade from the patient safety advocates at The Leapfrog Group.

ORMC holds the most Beacon Awards for Excellence in the state, awarded by the American Association of Critical‑Care Nurses, and has achieved Magnet® recognition.

• Works directly with Surgery Clinical staff and managers to assess, troubleshoot and make recommendations for all trauma and tertiary care surgical procedures.
• Demonstrates, through clinical practice, knowledge and a clear understanding of the entire sterilization process, including infection control, instrument functional quality control, sterility maintenance, and aseptic technique.
• Embraces high professional and ethical standards employed in making critical decisions in every aspect of the sterilization process.
• Acts as a resource and mentor for the SP team and the surgical clinical team.
• Assumes a lead role in the absence of the Manager and/or Coordinator.
• Participates in distribution of instrument trays for surgical case carts according to the requirements of the surgery schedule, pick lists, and surgeon’s preference cards.
• Demonstrates a clear understanding of the instrumentation utilized during surgical procedures.
• Responsible for daily record keeping and chemical, mechanical, & biological monitoring relative to sterilization processes.
• Conducts orientation of new team members.
• Acts as the patient’s advocate regarding the most correct and safest form of sterilization for all patient care instrumentation and equipment.
• Ensures that specific infection control procedures maintain a safe environment.

Education / Training
High school graduate or equivalent.

Licensure / Certification
Nationally certified through Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) with required continuing education units (CEUs).

Experience
Minimum two (2) years of Sterile Processing experience.

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Health Care Provider

Industries Hospitals and Health Care

Salary:
Orlando, FL $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 (posted 4 weeks ago)

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