Sterile Processing Technician

ThedaCare • Neenah, WI

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Technician performs and participates in decontaminating, cleaning, assembling, packaging, sterilizing, tracking, storing, and distributing reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment according to established standards and procedures. The role processes instrumentation, supplies, and equipment from the operating room, hospital departments, clinics, and outside customers, and supports patient safety by following applicable standards and manufacturers’ instructions for use.

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position scheduled for 32 hours per week on the PM shift, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Weekend, call, and holiday rotations are required. The position is at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center – Neenah in Neenah, Wisconsin.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Complete Sterile Processing Certification within one year of hire.
• Ability to stand, stoop, walk, bend, push, and pull, and lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Comply with department-specific competencies.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Sterile Processing Certification preferably through HSPA.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process instrumentation, supplies, and equipment from the operating room, hospital departments, clinics, and outside customers in a timely manner.
• Disassemble, inspect, and decontaminate items to ensure safety and quality.
• Assemble and package instrumentation for sterilization.
• Decontaminate and sterilize instrumentation and perform high-level disinfection of instrumentation and endoscopes according to their specific instructions for use.
• Perform and record required daily quality checks on the sterile processing environment, instrumentation, and equipment.
• Follow standards for handling instrumentation and equipment, including AAMI standards and manufacturers’ instructions for use.

Benefits

• Benefits eligibility.
• Whole-person wellness support, including health coaches, relaxation rooms, health-focused apps, and mental health support.
• Access and affordability offerings, including minimal or zero copays, team member cost-sharing premiums, and daycare.
• Continued opportunities for learning and development.
• Accessible and transparent leadership.
• Commitment to work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed