Sterile Processing Technician

ThedaCare • Neenah, WI

2d • 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 items from the operating room, hospital departments, clinics, and outside customers, and helps ensure patient safety by following applicable standards and manufacturers’ instructions for use.

This is a full-time, benefit-eligible day-shift position at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Neenah, Wisconsin. The scheduled shift is 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m., with weekend, holiday, and call rotation. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week and is not overtime exempt.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Complete Sterile Processing Certification within one year of hire; HSPA certification is preferred.
• Ability to move freely, including standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Comply with department-specific competencies.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED is preferred.
• HSPA Sterile Processing Certification is 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.
• Decontaminate and sterilize instrumentation and perform 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.

Benefits

• Whole-person wellness approach, including health coaches, relaxation rooms, health-focused apps (Wonder and Ripple), and mental health support.
• Access and affordability programs, 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: High school or GED