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Sterile Processing Educator

Naples, FL · On-site

JOB SUMMARY Under the direction of the SPD Director, the Sterile Processing Educator will provide education, orientation, and ongoing in-services for the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) on all ...

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for spd in Florida is $20.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $24.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an SPD?

An SPD (Sterile Processing Department) job involves cleaning, sterilizing, and preparing medical instruments and equipment for surgeries and procedures. Technicians follow safety protocols to ensure all tools are free from contaminants, preventing infections in healthcare settings. They also track and organize instruments, maintain sterilization equipment, and adhere to hospital and regulatory guidelines. This role is critical in maintaining patient safety and supporting medical teams.

What skills are needed for SPD jobs?

SPD jobs typically require strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of sterilization and medical supply procedures. Familiarity with inventory management systems and certifications such as sterile processing technician certification can be beneficial. Good communication and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are also important.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an SPD technician?

As an SPD Technician, your typical day includes receiving, cleaning, disinfecting, assembling, and sterilizing surgical instruments and medical equipment. You'll also carefully inspect items for damage, document sterilization processes, and maintain inventory of sterile supplies. Collaboration with surgical and nursing teams is essential to ensure instruments are prepared and delivered promptly for scheduled procedures. The workload can be fast-paced, especially in hospitals with frequent surgeries, but you'll play a vital role in maintaining patient safety and supporting clinical teams. Over time, experienced technicians may take on lead roles or specialize in specific types of instruments or processes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the SPD position, and why are they important?

To excel as an SPD (Sterile Processing Department) Technician, you need strong attention to detail, knowledge of sterilization procedures, and usually a high school diploma or equivalent, with additional certification such as the CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) preferred. Familiarity with automated sterilizers, tracking systems, and instrument decontamination equipment is often required. Reliability, organization, and the ability to work well under pressure are essential soft skills for the position. These abilities ensure surgical instruments are properly cleaned and sterilized, supporting patient safety and the smooth operation of healthcare facilities.

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Infographic showing various Spd job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 2% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,735 per year, or $20.5 per hour.

Sterile Processing Tech II - PRN

Orlando Health

Lakeland, FL • On-site

Per diem

Re-posted 20 days ago

Orlando Health rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 616 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

265th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Position Summary
Demonstrates, through clinical practice, knowledge, and a clear understanding of the entire sterilization process, from cleaning and
decontamination through packaging, sterilization, and distribution of instrument trays for surgical case carts according to pick lists or
surgeon's preference cards.
Responsibilities
• Has high professional and ethical standards that are employed in making critical decisions in every aspect of the sterilization
process.
• Uses knowledge of microbiology and infection control in determining the best method of processing ever changing, highly
technical patient care instrumentation and equipment.
• Has advanced knowledge of the function of surgical instrumentation during patient care in the operating room suite in at least
one surgical specialty.
• Proficient in the decontamination of surgical instrumentation as well as a wide variety of patient equipment.
• Responsible for the sterilization of all instrumentation, equipment and supplies that are requested from customer departments.
• Responsible for daily record keeping and chemical, mechanical, & biological monitoring relative to sterilization processes.
• Participates in the preceptorship and orientation of new team members.
• Participates in the distribution of instrument trays for surgical case carts according to the requirements of the surgery schedule,
pick lists and surgeon's preference cards.
• Demonstrates through practice a clear understanding of the instrumentation utilized during surgical procedures.
• Consults with and works directly with the SPD Supervisor, and/or the SPD Operations Specialist, regarding unit activities.
• Works as the patient's advocate regarding the most correct and safest form of sterilization for all patient use instrumentation and
equipment.
• Assures that through specific infection control procedures a safe environment is maintained.
• 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.
Qualifications
Education/Training
High school graduate or equivalent.
Licensure/Certification
• Completion status in the SPD Readiness Course; or
• Nationally certified through:
o Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA); or
o The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD).
• Maintain required CEU's in accordance with certifying body.
Experience
Minimum of One (1) year of experience in sterile processing, or a minimum of nine (9) months with certification or completion of SPD
Readiness Course.

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Orlando Health is a 3,200-bed system that includes 15 wholly-owned hospitals and emergency departments; rehabilitation services, cancer institutes, heart institutes, imaging and laboratory services, wound care centers, physician offices for adults and pediatrics, skilled nursing facilities, an in-patient behavioral health facility, home healthcare services in partnership with LHC Group, and urgent care centers in partnership with CareSpot Urgent Care. Nearly 4,200 physicians, representing more than 80 medical specialties and subspecialties have privileges across the Orlando Health system, which employs nearly 22,000 team members. Areas of clinical excellence are orthopedics, heart and vascular, cancer care, neurosciences, surgery, pediatric specialties, neonatology, women's health and trauma.

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Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Orlando, FL, US

Year founded

1918

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