NHS Human Services, Inc.

Sterile Processing Asst.

Location: AdventHealth Winter Garden- 2200 FOWLER GROVE BOULEVARD, Winter Garden, 34787

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One

• Paid Days Off from Day One

• Student Loan Repayment Program

• Career Development

• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full Time

Shift : Day

The community you’ll be caring for: Winter Garden Campus

o AdventHealth Winter Park has continuously served the residents of Winter Park and its surrounding communities for more than 50 years.

o Chartered in 1951, the hospital has grown from the visionary efforts of a handful of Winter Park residents and community leaders, to a 320-bed acute care facility that is a model of community health and wellness providing service excellence to more than 14,000 inpatients each year.

The role you’ll contribute:

The Sterile Processing Assistant is an entry level position with an opportunity for advancement to Certified Central Service Technician. The employee must successfully complete the AdventHealth SPD Technician orientation process which includes a variety of competency check-off’s and sit for Central Service Tech Certification from IAHCSMM or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) to qualify for advancement.

Under supervision of the SPD Supervisor / Manager or Educator, the Sterile Processing Assistant will provide thoroughly cleaned and disinfected reusable medical equipment. Unpacks and stores equipment and supplies used in the Sterile Processing departments. Transports clean and sterile equipment to different departments in the facility. Stocks work stations and helps maintain the cleanliness of the department. At the completion of competency-based training the Sterile Processing Assistant may reprocess instrumentation in the decontamination, assembly and sterilization area under the direct supervision of a Supervisor, Educator or advanced Sterile Processing Technician. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

· Rotates assignments among various areas within the department functions including but not limited to: decontamination, surgical and other tray assembly sterilization processes, and management of supplies and equipment.

· Cleans and disinfects reusable medical equipment as per the manufacture’s instructions for use

· Communicates effectively with all hospital departments and with others within the department. Uses the chain of command as necessary to resolve issues.

· Develops a knowledge base by attending in-services and actively participating in orientation program.

· Unpacks and stores equipment and supplies used in the Sterile Processing departments.

· Transports clean and sterile equipment to different departments in the facility.

· Stocks work stations

· Helps maintain the cleanliness of the department.

· At the completion of competency-based training the Sterile Processing Assistant may reprocess instrumentation in the decontamination, assembly and sterilization area under the direct supervision of a Supervisor, Educator or advanced Sterile Processing Technician.

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed :

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS PREFFERRED :

· Ability to communicate by reading, writing legibly, speaking and comprehending English effectively in order to carry out job requirements.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS PREFERRED:

· Ability to understand the needs of the customer and respond to them in a pro-active, courteous, professional, and efficient manner.

· Flexibility and ability to adapt to change.

· Ability to work under stress and deadlines.

· Medical terminology

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

· N/A

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

· High school diploma or equivalent

· One year of experience in an acute care hospital setting

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:

· N/A

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION PREFERRED:

· N/A

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Quality/Clinical Effectiveness

Organization: AdventHealth Winter Garden

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: 1 - Day

Req ID: 24034897

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.