Sterile Processing Technician

ThedaCare • Appleton, WI

7d • 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. This is a full-time, benefit-eligible position scheduled for 36 hours per week on the evening shift, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with weekend, holiday, and call rotation. The position is located at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center - Appleton in Appleton, Wisconsin.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Complete sterile processing certification, preferably HSPA, within one year of hire.
• Ability to move freely, including standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling, and lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• The job involves exposure to bloodborne pathogens while performing duties.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• HSPA sterile processing certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process instrumentation, supplies, and equipment from the operating room, hospital departments, clinics, and outside customers in a timely manner.
• Ensure the safety and quality of processed items through disassembly, inspection, and decontamination.
• Assemble and package instrumentation for sterilization.
• Perform decontamination, sterilization, and high-level disinfection of instrumentation and endoscopes according to specific instructions for use to ensure patient safety.
• 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

• Benefit eligible.
• Lifestyle engagement resources, including health coaches, relaxation rooms, health-focused apps (Wonder and Ripple), and mental health support.
• Access and affordability resources, 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
• Education Level: High school or GED