Overview

Sterlie Processing Technician

As-Needed; Days

The Sterile Processing Technician plays a vital role in ensuring safe, efficient patient care by preparing, sterilizing, and maintaining surgical instruments and equipment. This role supports clinical teams by maintaining high standards of cleanliness, organization, and infection prevention while collaborating closely with staff across departments.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.   

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, clean, decontaminate, and sterilize surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies according to established protocols and manufacturer guidelines.
• Prepare and maintain instrument trays and procedural supplies to support safe and efficient patient care.
• Operate and monitor sterilization equipment (including steam and low-temperature systems) with accurate documentation and quality checks.
• Reprocess endoscopes and maintain associated equipment in compliance with infection prevention standards.
• Inspect instruments for functionality and remove damaged items from service for repair or replacement.
• Apply aseptic technique and infection control principles in all daily work activities.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas to ensure proper storage and handling of sterile supplies.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with clinical staff and department partners.
• Demonstrate knowledge of surgical instruments, medical terminology, and departmental procedures.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must possess and maintain current BLS and Dependent Adult and Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter certification as outlined per policy.
• Must read, write, speak, and comprehend English fluently to read manufacturer’s instructions, sterilization records and all other documentation pertinent to Sterile Processing Department (SPD).

Preferred: 

• Recent experience working with Sterile Processing and Surgery.