Central Sterile Technician — Instrument Prep & Safer Surgeries

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health; Lebanon (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Retention bonus

Evening shift differential 10%

Night shift differential 20%

Weekend differential 15%

Job summary

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health in Lebanon, NH is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech to decontaminate and prepare surgical instruments in the Central Sterile Processing Department. This role supports safe patient care and offers a pathway for growth within Perioperative Services.

Responsibilities include operating washers, restocking supplies, and adhering to decontamination procedures. Competitive shift differentials apply and a $5,000 sign-on bonus is available to qualifying candidates.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Must prioritize with interruptions.
• Good communication skills expected.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Must be bondable at hospital expense.

Responsibilities

• Unload and prepare instrument carts; report malfunctions.
• Operate all washers.
• Assist technicians by restocking and organizing supplies.
• Handle contaminated waste safely and transport to OR as needed.
• Disinfect soiled equipment and perform decontamination per specs.
• Follow manufacturer procedures for processing equipment.
• Participate in in-services and training sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Prioritization

Communication

Computer skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health in Lebanon, NH is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech to decontaminate and prepare surgical instruments in the Central Sterile Processing Department. This role supports safe patient care and offers a pathway for growth within Perioperative Services.

Responsibilities include operating washers, restocking supplies, and adhering to decontamination procedures. Competitive shift differentials apply and a $5,000 sign-on bonus is available to qualifying candidates.