Sterilization Technician

Winona Health • Winona, MN

11d

About The Position

The Sterilization Technician processes supplies, instruments, and equipment used in operating rooms and departments throughout Winona Health. Duties include cleaning, decontamination, inspection, preparation, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, tracking, and distribution. The role works independently with little supervision and operates equipment used to clean, disinfect, and sterilize items brought to the Sterile Processing Area. Malfunctioning equipment must be reported immediately to support a safe environment and effective workflow.

This position is 0.80–1.0 FTE (64–80 hours per pay period), on a day shift with hours between 6:30 a.m. and 3 p.m., with the possibility of staying late. Weekend and holiday work is required every third weekend and every third holiday. Starting pay is $16.88–$21.10, based on experience. There are no direct reports.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a Sterilization or Central Supply/Service Technician program.
• Sterilization Technician Certification (IAHCSMM or equivalent).
• Demonstrated proper operation and control of equipment used to sterilize and/or clean surgical equipment and instruments.
• Basic computer skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and a patient information database (Cerner).

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of an approved Certified Nursing Assistant program.

Responsibilities

• Maintain adequate sterile supplies in surgery departments and other areas, rotate stock to use items before expiration, remove outdated stock, and repackage supplies according to manufacturer instructions.
• Decontaminate, disinfect, inspect, prepare, assemble, package, sterilize, and store instruments and trays according to national standards.
• Provide sterilization services to other Winona Health areas and, as contracted, to external agencies.
• Track and record equipment cycle parameters, biological indicators, count sheets, cleaning, maintenance, and graphs according to manufacturer instructions, national standards, and Winona Health policies and procedures.
• Assist with patient transportation as requested, remaining vigilant to patient safety and taking necessary precautions.
• Perform daily cleaning tasks throughout the sterilization department and operating room as requested.
• Maintain an organized, orderly, and clean work area.
• Serve as a resource to customers on central processing functions.
• Report malfunctioning equipment immediately.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage; mental health support and wellness incentives.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage, with optional accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal assistance, and identity protection plans.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions after eligibility requirements are met.
• Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and earned sick time.
• Paid training, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and sponsored seminars.
• Discounts with local businesses, including the YMCA and cell phone providers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED