Weekend Operating Room Core Technician Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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About Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital

Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital is a comprehensive medical and surgical acute care facility serving the Brevard County Space Coast as a trusted healthcare provider since 2002. Conveniently located in Melbourne, the 119-bed hospital has all private rooms and is uniquely designed for your comfort and a positive patient experience. Our dedicated team of physicians, nurses, clinicians and medical professionals is committed to delivering the highest level of quality and compassionate care.

We provide a complete scope of care, with advanced technology and expertise in a number of specialties, including cardiovascular care, digestive health, emergency care, orthopedics and surgical services. Recognized for high standards, we have earned full hospital and laboratory accreditation from The Joint Commission, and we are the first hospital in Brevard County to receive spine surgery certification for our specialized spine program. The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® distinguishes healthcare organizations and programs that exemplify their commitment to using best practices to improve safety and quality for their patients, staff and community. As part of our commitment to quality care, we also are a participant in the American College of Cardiology CathPCI Registry® for improved diagnostic cardiac catheterizations and percutaneous coronary interventions for heart patients.

WHY ORLANDO HEALTH?

Competitive Pay

Evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions.

All Inclusive Benefits (Starting on 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

Orlando Health has been selected as one of the “Top Places to Work in Healthcare” by Becker’s Healthcare.

Company is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities.
A Brief Overview
Responsible for sterility assurance monitoring of all steam and paracetic acid sterilizers located in the operating room.
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What you will do

• The Sterile Processing Core Technician demonstrates through practice a clear understanding of the instrumentation and supplies utilized during surgical procedures.
• Inventories and orders supply for operating room sterilizers and maintains prescribed levels of sterile supplies/instruments within the sterile core.
• The SP Core Technician is available for rapid turnover of instrumentation as necessary.
• Completes decontamination and leak testing of flexible endoscopes.
• Operates steam and paracetic acid sterilizers and ensures that sterilization parameters are met.
• The SP Core Technician works closely with the Surgery Equipment Tech to facilitate preventive maintenance and in house repairs.
• Reports defective material, instrumentation, and equipment and takes appropriate action to replace or repair items.
• Demonstrates effective communication at all skill levels within the operating room, sterile supply and SPD.
• Understands and participates in the process of case cart assembly, pulls instrumentation and assists with final assessment.
• 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.
• The Sterile Processing Core Technician works independently in all areas.
• The Sterile Processing Core Technician participates actively in all unit quality control activities.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the entire sterilization process, in the Sterile Processing Department as well as in the Operating Room.
• Demonstrates a clear understanding of the medical legal aspects of the essential functions.
• The SP Core Technician understands his or her relationship to quality patient care.
• Makes recommendations for process improvements.
• Responsible for helping to maintain a safe environment for fellow team members as well as patients.
• The SP Core Technician completes other duties as needed.
• Completes special assignments without direct supervision.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Three (3) years’ experience in sterile processing, surgical services, or patient care.
• Nationally certified through Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)
• The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD), and/or equivalent state certification.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Three (3) years’ experience in sterile processing, surgical services, or patient care.
• Nationally certified through Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)
• The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD), and/or equivalent state certification.