Sterile Processing Tech II

The Team Behind Every Successful Surgery

Are you an experienced Sterile Processing Technician who understands the critical role sterile processing plays in patient safety and surgical excellence? Join CentraCare's Sterile Processing team and become part of a highly skilled department that serves as the backbone of every successful procedure.

While patients may never see your work, surgeons, procedural teams, and caregivers rely on your expertise every day. Your knowledge, attention to detail, and commitment to quality help ensure that every instrument is safe, sterile, and ready when needed. At CentraCare, you'll work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued, and your expertise makes a direct impact on patient outcomes.

Our Sterile Processing Department suite also comes with a great view of the Mississippi River where you can enjoy views of Minnesota’s four seasons while you work!

Schedule

• Evening Shifts only | 8-hour shifts | 2:30 pm to 11 pm
• Full-time | 72-80 Hours every two weeks
• Occasional weekends, and holidays rotate as needed.

Pay and Benefits (Total Rewards)

• Wage rates start at $26.73 per hour offering more with experience.
• Full pay range for this position is $23.29 - $35.64 hourly
• Shift Differential Pay: + $1.50/hour between 3 pm & 11 pm.
• Weekend shift differential is + $1.05 per hour when occurring.
• Full-Time comprehensive medical/dental benefits, PTO, life insurance, disability, Retirement and more! Visit our Benefits | CentraCare page for more information!

Why Experienced Technicians Choose CentraCare

• Practice your skills in a busy, high-acuity healthcare environment.
• Work with advanced sterilization and instrument tracking technology.
• Collaborate with surgical services teams dedicated to exceptional patient care.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Work with a caring, dedicated and highly experienced department manager
• Be part of a team that recognizes the vital role Sterile Processing plays in healthcare delivery.

What You'll Do

As a Sterile Processing Technician, you will be responsible for ensuring surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies are properly decontaminated, inspected, assembled, sterilized, tracked, and distributed throughout the health system.

• Key responsibilities include:
• Decontaminate, inspect, assemble, and sterilize surgical instruments and medical equipment.
• Identify damaged instruments and ensure proper functionality before distribution.
• Assemble complex surgical instrument trays according to established standards.
• Operate sterilization equipment and instrument tracking systems.
• Maintain compliance with infection prevention, regulatory, and quality standards.
• Manage inventory and coordinate the availability of critical equipment and supplies.
• Support surgical and procedural teams by ensuring instruments are available accurately and on time.
• Utilize technology including instrument tracking systems, inventory management systems, electronic medical records, handheld devices, Microsoft Office products, and email applications.
• Learn more about the profession:

VIDEO: What Is Sterile Processing - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (myhspa.org)

“We work in an area that is never seen by our patients. However, the impact we have in our patient care is immeasurable. Without clean and sterilized surgical tools, the surgeons would not be able to save our patient’s lives. It is rewarding to see new staff, with no prior experience or knowledge of the department, join us and grow into an experienced and knowledgeable employee or a leader within the unit.” Vanessa – SPD Manager

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk for extended periods during 8-hour shifts.
• Push and pull up to 75 pounds.
• Routinely lift up to 25 pounds.
• Perform frequent reaching, bending, squatting, and crouching.
• Work in warm environments while wearing required personal protective equipment.
• Function effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions and competing priorities.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of one year of Sterile Processing experience in an acute care hospital, ambulatory surgery center, or healthcare setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of decontamination, sterilization methods, surgical instrumentation, and infection prevention practices.
• Ability to understand and follow detailed technical instructions related to surgical instrumentation and equipment.

Preferred

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification through HSPA, or ability to obtain within established timeframe.
• Two or more years of Sterile Processing experience.
• Experience with instrument tracking systems and surgical instrument inventory management.
• Experience processing complex surgical instrument sets across multiple specialties.

Make an Impact Behind the Scenes

Experienced Sterile Processing Technicians are essential to safe, high-quality patient care. If you're looking for an opportunity to utilize your expertise, support surgical excellence, and join a team that values precision and professionalism, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today and bring your Sterile Processing expertise to CentraCare.

CentraCare is committed to building a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.