Sterile Processing Technician

ThedaCare • Neenah, WI

5d • 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 operating rooms, hospital departments, clinics, and outside customers while following applicable standards and manufacturers’ instructions for use to support patient safety.

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 located at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Neenah, Wisconsin.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Complete sterile processing certification within one year of hire; HSPA certification is preferred.
• Ability to stand, stoop, walk, bend, push, and pull, and lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• The job classification involves exposure to blood-borne pathogens while performing job duties.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Receive and process instrumentation, supplies, and equipment from operating rooms, 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.
• 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.
• Comply with department-specific competencies.

Benefits

• Benefits eligibility is stated for the position.
• Lifestyle engagement resources include health coaches, relaxation rooms, health-focused apps, and mental health support.
• Access and affordability offerings include 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