STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN (CERTIFIED)

Responsibilities

This opportunity is a per diem position.

Wellington Regional Medical Center is located in Wellington, Florida. It is a 235-bed, acute care hospital, owned by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc., a highly respected healthcare management organization.   Wellington Regional is proud to have provided high quality healthcare services to the residents of Palm Beach County since 1986. As a community hospital, accredited by The Joint Commission, Wellington Regional prides itself on its continued commitment to remain on the forefront of advanced technologies and expand programs and services to meet the needs of the growing community it serves.   We promote an environment that fosters compassion, teamwork, innovation and opportunities for professional growth. Our mission is supported by our commitment to fair and ethical treatment for all.

To learn more visit Welcome to Wellington Regional Medical Center | Wellington, FL

Job Requirements :

Manages the reprocessing cycle for surgical instrumentation, including disassembly, decontamination, disinfection, inspection, testing, assembly, packaging, labeling, high level disinfection, and sterilization.  Cares for and operates ultrasonic cleaners, washers, sterilizers, and other equipment.  Completes quality monitoring and documentation.  Picks supplies and instruments to prepare case carts for surgery.  Performs quality assurance activities.  Assists with supply inventory management and clinic instrument rounds.  Assists with mentoring, training, coaching, and role modeling for new Sterile Processing Techs. Performs all duties with a commitment to excellence, quality, and customer service.

If you would like to learn more about the position before applying, please contact Jennifer Barnhart, Recruiter at jennifer.barnhart@uhsinc.com and by phone at (561) 798-8673.

What do our current employees value at Wellington Regional Medical Center & UHS?

A safe and supportive environment that puts patient care first.  One of the most rewarding aspects of working at Wellington Regional Medical Center is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times.  You are never alone, as you are part of a large, nationwide network of employees and leaders who routinely exchange ideas, and review current topics within the industry.   We are proud of our robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS.  We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes through your expanding experience.  At UHS, you have a voice.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com.

Qualifications

• Education : High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience : Twelve months minimum in Sterile Processing.
• Computer skills :   Various applications related to Instrument management (Censis, OneSource), Microsoft office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• Manual dexterity with the ability to assemble and disassemble complex instrumentation.
• License / Certification : Certification as Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) through International Association of Healthcare Central Sterile Materiel Management (IAHCSMM)) is required. Certification must be maintained.
• Technical Skills : Due to the highly technical nature, especially related to interpretation of manufacturer’s Instructions For Use (IFU), ALL SPD staff must be proficient in spoken and written English.
• BLOOD BORNE PATHOGENS EXPOSURE CATEGORY
• Category 1 : Job usually involves contact with patients or patient specimens. Exposure to blood, body fluids, non-intact skin or tissue specimens, is possible.

EEO Statement

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