Sterile Processing/OR Core Technician at Mayo Clinic Mankato, MN

Mayo Clinic; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental coverage

Vision plan

HSA/FSAs

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Mankato, MN recruits a Sterile Processing/OR Core Technician to support the perioperative team. You will prepare and deliver sterile supplies, instruments, and equipment for surgical procedures, under supervision of the Nurse Manager, helping to maintain case flow and patient safety.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED, with preferred two years in sterile processing or related roles, and strong communication as well as physical stamina to lift and move instruments.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Prefer two years of experience in handling and sterilization processing of surgical/medical/dental instrumentation.
• Alternatively, at least two years of experience as a Central Service Technician or Patient Care Assistant in an acute care setting within the last five years.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
• Able to adapt to unpredictable perioperative situations and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver medical/surgical supplies, instruments and equipment for procedures.
• Inspect packaging integrity and ensure flow of surgical cases.
• Collaborate with perioperative team to support patient care.

Skills

Communication skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Adaptability

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or GED

Central Service Technician certificate

Patient Care Assistant certificate

Job description

Sterile Processing/OR Core Technician – Mayo Clinic, Mankato, MN

City: Mankato, State: MN, Remote Availability: No, Department: Nursing

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre‑Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for performing delegated activities to support the operating room team in the care of the surgical patient. Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, the Technician prepares and delivers medical/surgical supplies, instruments and equipment for surgical procedures. The Technician provides functional support to surgical team members within and outside the department to meet the overall needs of the Perioperative department related to patient care.

The Technician rotates supplies, inspects packaging integrity before issuing to users and removes any damaged or expired packages. The Technician plans and assesses priorities to maintain flow of surgical cases.

Qualifications

High School graduate or GED. Prefer two years of experience in the handling and sterilization processing of surgical/medical/dental instrumentation within the past four years, or a vocational certificate as Central Service Technician or Patient Care Assistant within the last two years. Alternatively, at least two years of experience as a Central Service Technician or Patient Care Assistant in an acute care setting within the last five years. Prefer knowledge of medical terminology. Adapts to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting. Proven ability to communicate with a variety of people in a direct, empathetic, and articulate manner. Demonstrated patient‑centered and customer‑focused communication skills. Frequent lifting/carrying of 25 pounds or more, with occasional work above shoulder level.

Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

As an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.