Sterile Processing - Sterile Processing Tech - Full Time - 1st Shift

Wilson Health•Sidney, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Wilson Health is hiring a full-time Sterile Processing Technician I in Sidney, Ohio. This hands-on clinical support role ensures surgical instruments and equipment are available, safe, and ready for use by Surgical Services and other hospital departments. Working under the direction of the Sterile Processing Team Lead, the technician decontaminates, assembles, inspects, wraps, sterilizes, and distributes instruments and equipment while maintaining high standards for patient safety, quality, and workflow efficiency. The role collaborates with surgical teams, OR staff, and other hospital departments, helps address real-time challenges, and supports a professional and positive work environment. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week (80 hours per pay period), on first shift, and includes a fair share of weekend and holiday call. The position reports to the Sterile Processing Team Lead / Department Manager. Wilson Health offers access to an employer direct care clinic, generous paid time off beginning on day one, medical insurance options, dental and vision coverage, HSA employer contributions for eligible plans, FSA options, company-paid life and long-term disability insurance, voluntary insurance options, an employer-contribution retirement plan beginning on day one, tuition assistance, and free 24/7 access to an on-site gym.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong attention to detail and dependability.
Good interpersonal skills.
Ability to perform essential job functions with reasonable accommodations as needed.
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift equipment.
Close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus for instrument assembly.
Ability to read fine print on labels and view computer screens.
Associates are expected to obtain CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) certification through the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management.

Nice To Haves

Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

Collect patient equipment and used instruments and determine appropriate processing methods according to hospital policies.
Inspect instruments for damage and report concerns to the Team Lead or Department Manager.
Assemble, wrap, and prepare instruments for appropriate sterilization methods.
Maintain detailed tray lists and sterilization records.
Monitor instrument repairs and request replacements to ensure trays are complete and ready.
Inform OR, OB, and ER teams about missing instruments or instruments sent for repair.
Clean and maintain crash carts and specialty carts and distribute them throughout the hospital as needed.
Maintain adequate sterile inventory and supplies for cleaning, processing, and sterilization.
Promote patient safety and maintain a clean, orderly, and safe environment.
Follow hospital policies, infection control protocols, and safety guidelines.
Collaborate with team members and hospital staff.
Assist with orientation of new personnel when needed.
Attend mandatory in-services and promote professional growth.
Take a fair share of weekend and holiday call and respond promptly.
Perform additional duties as assigned within the scope of responsibility.

Benefits

Access to an employer direct care clinic, including free medical care and pharmacy services for eligible employees and dependents covered by Wilson Health's medical insurance plan.
Generous paid time off beginning on day one.
Choice of two High Deductible Health Plan options or a PPO plan, with benefits beginning on the first of the month following hire.
Dental and vision coverage.
HSA with employer contribution for eligible health plans.
FSA for medical and dependent care expenses.
Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance.
Voluntary accident, critical illness, and employee and dependent life and AD&D insurance.
Retirement plan with employer contributions beginning on day one and no waiting period for participation.
Tuition assistance program.
Free access to an on-site gym available 24/7.