Central Sterile Technician

Memorial Physician Practices; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision benefits

401K benefits for full-time

Competitive Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ottumwa Regional Health Center is seeking a Central Sterile Supply Tech to join our team. You will inspect, decontaminate, assemble and sterilize instruments and patient care equipment in accordance with national guidelines and hospital policy.

Responsibilities include operating departmental equipment safely, providing service to all departments, and documenting sterilization processes, with routine antimicrobial and disinfection testing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, decontaminate, assemble, and sterilize instruments and patient care equipment per guidelines (AAMI, AORN, TJC, OSHA).
• Operate departmental equipment daily per manufacturer instructions with safety emphasis.
• Provide customer service to all departments with focus on patient needs.
• Process and document sterile supplies and equipment using indicators to verify sterility per hospital policy.
• Monitor and perform antimicrobial and disinfection solutions testing as per instructions and documentation.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Minimal supervision

Stress management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Your experience matters

Ottumwa Regional Health Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Central Sterile Technician joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Why join us

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full‑time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• And much more...

What we're looking for

Central Sterile Supply Tech Collects, decontaminates, stores and distributes all reusable supplies and patient care equipment in the hospital.

How you'll contribute

Central Sterile Supply Tech who excels in this role:

• Provide inspection, decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of instruments and other patient care equipment in accordance with processing guidelines, AAMI, AORN, TJC, and OSHA requirements.
• Operate departmental equipment daily according to manufacturer instructions with emphasis on safety.
• Provide customer service to all departments with a focus on patient needs.
• Process and document all sterile supplies and equipment daily using chemical, biological and mechanical indicators to verify sterility in accordance with manufacturer instructions and hospital policy.
• Monitor and perform antimicrobial and disinfection solutions testing according to manufacturer instructions and documentation daily.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Education:High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Schedule: Full Time: Monday - Thursday 7:30 AM -6:00 PM and on call Friday - Sunday 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

EEOC Statement

Ottumwa Regional Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ottumwa Regional Health Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community‑based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post‑acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.