Sterile Processing Tech I, Full-Time Days

Position Summary Facility: South Lake Hospital Location: Clermont, FL Status: Full-Time Department: Surgery Schedule: Days Title: Sterile Processing Tech I #LI-JM1 “Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you." Orlando Health South Lake Hospital is a comprehensive medical and surgical acute care facility serving the residents of Lake County as a trusted member of the community for over 75 years.

Conveniently located in Clermont, the hospital’s dedicated team of physicians, nurses, clinicians and medical professionals is committed to delivering expert and compassionate care. Our efforts have earned us recognition as a national leader. Click Here to Learn About: South Lake Hospital ORLANDO HEALTH - BENEFITS & PERKS: Competitive Pay Evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions.

All Inclusive Benefits (start day one) Student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, FREE college education programs, retirement savings, paid paternity leave, fertility benefits, back up elder and childcare, pet insurance, PTO/Holidays, and more for full time and part time employees. Employee-centric South Lake Hospital has been selected as one of the “Best Places to Work in Healthcare” by Modern Healthcare.

A Sterile Processing Tech is responsible for cleaning, inspection, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of instruments and equipment. Responsibilities Essential Functions • The Sterile Processing Technician works under the direct supervision of the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) Operations Specialist, or SPD Supervisor, must be able to work cooperatively with other members of the Surgical and Sterile Processing Team. • Demonstrates a sense of professionalism and ethical standards.

• Able to complete tasks as assigned and use the appropriate resources and references available for processing instrumentation and equipment. • Using attained knowledge of sterilization processes, the Sterile Processing Technician will begin to learn to work independently in an ever-changing technical environment. • Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures. Other Related Functions • The Sterile Processing Technician may or may not be certified, or possess completion status in the Orlando Health SPD Core Course. • Participates in all unit quality control activities. • Demonstrates an understanding of the relationship of their role to patient care. • Responsible for helping to maintain a safe environment for fellow team members as well as patients. Qualifications Education/Training High school graduate or equivalent.

Licensure/Certification Within first year of employment: • Successful completion of the Orlando Health SPD Core Course. • Maintain 12 continuing education points per year. Experience 1-2 years of experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Essential Functions • The Sterile Processing Technician works under the direct supervision of the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) Operations Specialist, or SPD Supervisor, must be able to work cooperatively with other members of the Surgical and Sterile Processing Team. • Demonstrates a sense of professionalism and ethical standards. • Able to complete tasks as assigned and use the appropriate resources and references available for processing instrumentation and equipment. • Using attained knowledge of sterilization processes, the Sterile Processing Technician will begin to learn to work independently in an ever-changing technical environment. • Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. • Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures. Other Related Functions • The Sterile Processing Technician may or may not be certified, or possess completion status in the Orlando Health SPD Core Course. • Participates in all unit quality control activities. • Demonstrates an understanding of the relationship of their role to patient care. • Responsible for helping to maintain a safe environment for fellow team members as well as patients.

Qualifications

• Education/Training High school graduate or equivalent. Licensure/Certification Within first year of employment: • Successful completion of the Orlando Health SPD Core Course. • Maintain 12 continuing education points per year. Experience 1-2 years of experience is preferred