Processing Tech II - Sterile Processing

Kettering Health; Dayton (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health Dayton is seeking a Processing Tech II to join the Sterile Processing department on 2nd shift. You will perform advanced decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments.

Ensure compliance with infection control standards and accurate documentation, supporting patient safety and regulatory requirements while aligning with Kettering Health's mission. Prior experience in sterile processing and CRCST/CSPDT certification preferred; high school

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of sterile processing experience
• Certification as a Sterile Processing Technician (CRCST or CSPDT) is required
• Completion of a formal Sterile Processing Technician training program is preferred

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, assemble, sterilize, and distribute surgical instruments and medical equipment
• Maintain regulatory compliance and infection control standards with accurate documentation
• Support operational reliability and safety in the Sterile Processing department

Skills

Sterile processing experience

Infection control/documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

CRCST or CSPDT certification

Job description

Job Details

Kettering Health Dayton | Dayton | Full -Time | 2nd Shift

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Processing Tech II plays a vital role in ensuring patient safety and positive surgical outcomes by performing advanced decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and medical equipment. This position supports operational reliability and regulatory compliance through adherence to infection control standards and accurate documentation. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

Required Education:

High school diploma or GED.

Minimum of one year of experience in sterile processing or a related field

Required Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations:

Certification as a Sterile Processing Technician (e.g., Certified Registered Central Service Technician [CRCST] or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician [CSPDT])

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education:

Completion of a formal Sterile Processing Technician training program

Preferred Work Experience:

Two or more years of experience in sterile processing, preferably in a hospital or surgical setting

Additional certifications such as Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) or Certified Surgical Technologist