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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for sterile processing assistant 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 a sterile processing assistant?

A Sterile Processing Assistant is responsible for cleaning, sterilizing, and preparing medical instruments and equipment used in healthcare settings. They ensure all tools are properly disinfected, stored, and distributed to various departments to prevent infections and maintain patient safety. Their duties also include monitoring sterilization processes, maintaining inventory, and following strict infection control protocols. This role is essential in hospitals, surgical centers, and other medical facilities to support healthcare professionals in providing safe patient care.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a sterile processing assistant?

As a Sterile Processing Assistant, your daily responsibilities include cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing surgical instruments and medical equipment, assembling instrument trays, and maintaining proper documentation of sterilization processes. You will also be responsible for inspecting instruments for damage and ensuring they are stored correctly before being distributed to various hospital or clinical departments. The role often involves working closely with surgical teams and other healthcare staff to anticipate instrument needs and provide support in a timely manner. This position requires strict adherence to infection control protocols and attention to detail to ensure patient safety. You may work shifts including evenings or weekends, as hospitals and clinics require these services around the clock.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sterile processing assistant, and why are they important?

Sterile Processing Assistants require attention to detail, basic knowledge of infection control procedures, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent; some employers may prefer completion of a sterile processing certification program. Familiarity with sterilization equipment, tracking systems, and compliance with standards like those from AAMI or IAHCSMM is often needed. Strong time management, communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively help individuals excel in fast-paced hospital or clinic settings. These qualifications are vital to ensure the safe preparation and distribution of medical instruments, protecting both staff and patients from potential infections.

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Infographic showing various Sterile Processing Assistant job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,735 per year, or $20.5 per hour.

Sterile Processing Technician - Full-time, Evenings, Baptist Hospital

Baptist Health Care

Pensacola, FL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

The Sterile Processing Technician I utilizes surgical instrumentation knowledge to provide the correct instrumentation for the operating room and other procedural areas. This position works to disassemble, clean, sterilize, and store procedure trays, instruments, and supplies. This position works primarily in the SPD area but maybe competent to work in a surgical technician position.

Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includesthree hospitals, four medical parks,Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida. 

Baptist Health Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BHC maintains and enforces a policy that prohibits discrimination against any workforce members or applicants for employment because of sex, race, age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, religion, genetic information, or other category protected by federal, state or local law. Certain positions may require a Level 2 Background check through AHCA.  Additional information about this requirement can be found here: Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse

Minimum Education

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent Required


Minimum Work Experience

  • 1-3 years Sterile processing experience in a operating room Preferred


Licenses and Certifications

  • BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) American Heart Association Upon Hire Required

  • Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCS) Upon Hire Preferred

  • Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) Upon Hire Preferred

  • Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) Upon Hire Preferred


Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Knowledge of basic computer skills.

  • Knowledge of anatomy related to procedures.

  • Organizational skills.

  • Ability to seek and accept direction and clarification from others.

  • Ability to promote a positive team environment.

  • Knowledge of basic medical terminology.

  • Performs all responsibilities/duties required by the Sterile Processing Department as defined in the

  • scope of service to ensure that the unique nature of the client is addressed.

  • Performs all responsibilities/duties required as a Scrub Tech as defined in the scope of service to ensure that the

  • unique nature of the client is addressed.

  • Carries out routine and assigned tasks of inspecting case carts, instruments, and supplies, and storing items in the appropriate place in the SPD.

  • Acquires needed items and delivers them to the operating room.

  • Cleans and restocks the sterile core.

  • Maintains current knowledge/certification/licensure. Pursues professional growth and development.

  • Assist in other duties as assigned to support the operational needs of the department and organization. 

  • May be required to remain on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather and/or disasters.

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Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includes three hospitals, four medical parks, Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Pensacola, FL, US

Year founded

1951

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