Sterile Processing Technician - Part Time Flex - Day Shift

Essentia Health•Superior, WI

1d•$17 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Essentia Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to serve at St. Mary's Hospital in Superior, Wisconsin. This Sterile Tech works Monday through Friday on day shift, a total of 48 to 64 hours biweekly based on facility needs. No weekend, holiday, or on-call rotations are required. Schedules will vary between 6:30a-3:00p, 7:30p-4:00p, 8:00a-4:30p, and 10:00a-6:30p. At Essentia Health, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows in the care you provide. Driven by our mission to make a healthy difference in people’s lives, our clinical and support teams come together every day to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to the communities we are privileged to serve. Here, you’ll find an award-winning culture built around genuine work-life balance, long-term stability, and the resources you need to continually grow your career. Looking for a team that feels like family? Discover St. Mary’s Hospital – Superior. Nestled right across the bay in the heart of the Twin Ports, St. Mary’s Hospital – Superior is looking for dedicated professionals ready to make a tangible impact behind the scenes and across our facility. When you join our team, you’ll experience a close-knit culture where colleagues and leadership genuinely know, value, and support one another every day. You will have access to comprehensive resources, competitive benefits, and strong support to expand your technical skills, all while enjoying the scenic beauty of Lake Superior, endless outdoor trails, and an easy commute.

Requirements

Tech I: Must be certified as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) within 2 years of hire.
Tech II: Must be certified as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certified Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD).

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a healthcare setting is preferred, especially in sterile processing.
Experience cleaning, disinfecting, sterilizing, inspecting, assembling, or handling medical instruments or equipment is preferred.
Knowledge of infection prevention, sterilization processes, or aseptic technique is preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the reprocessing of reusable surgical instruments and patient care equipment for use in surgery and throughout various nursing units.
Plays a vital role in ensuring clean, safe, sterile instruments and equipment are available to hospital staff for use in patient care.
Standing and Walking: The role requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods, often during an entire 8-hour shift or longer.
Lifting and Carrying: Technicians must frequently lift and carry items of varying weights. Routine lifting of up to 25 pounds is common. Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds may be required.
Pushing and Pulling: The ability to push and pull heavy carts, which can weigh hundreds of pounds when fully loaded with equipment and supplies, is necessary.
Dexterity and Coordination: Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination are essential for handling and assembling delicate surgical instruments and operating equipment.
Movement: Frequent bending, squatting, crouching, reaching, twisting, and kneeling are part of the daily tasks.
Environmental Tolerances: Technicians work in a fast-paced environment that can be noisy and warm due to machinery such as autoclaves. They must also be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods to protect from exposure to blood/body fluids, chemicals, and other hazards.
Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail is crucial for inspecting instruments for cleanliness and damage.
Problem-Solving: The ability to troubleshoot issues with equipment and adapt to changing protocols is important.
Reliability: Maintaining reliable and consistent attendance is a key requirement in this critical healthcare support role.