Sterile Instrument Technician

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital is hiring a Sterile Processing Technician to clean, sterilize, and assemble surgical instruments and supplies, ensuring quality and safety across departments and off-site locations. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent; certification as Central Service Technician is preferred, with completion of a Surgical Scrub Tech program preferred.

The role requires participation in a 12-week training program and offers multiple schedules: 9:00 AM–5:30 PM or

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months of related experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain Certified Central Service Technician within one year of hire or comparable certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sorts, disassembles, and cleans surgical instruments and equipment.
• Prepares and sterilizes instruments using standard sterilization processes.
• Operates and maintains washing and sterilization equipment; reports malfunctions.
• Performs quality checks on instruments and scopes for cleanliness and condition.
• Maintains inventory and documents daily production and quality control.
• Coordinates with healthcare staff to ensure sterile instruments are available when needed.
• Keeps work areas clean, organized, and safe; assists in training co-workers.

Skills

Infection control

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Nationwide Children's Hospital is hiring a Sterile Processing Technician to clean, sterilize, and assemble surgical instruments and supplies, ensuring quality and safety across departments and off-site locations. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent; certification as Central Service Technician is preferred, with completion of a Surgical Scrub Tech program preferred.

The role requires participation in a 12-week training program and offers multiple schedules: 9:00 AM–5:30 PM or