Sterile Processing Tech

Ascension; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) match

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

EAP

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Pet insurance

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician at St. Francis Hospital to join our Sterile Processing team on a full-time mid-day shift.

You will operate sterilizing equipment, assemble and maintain instrument sets, stock supplies, and perform quality assurance while keeping daily records.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; completion of an accredited sterile processing program preferred, with CRCST certification obtainable within 1 year of hire; 40 hours/week, M-F.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Accredited sterile processing program preferred.
• Must obtain CRCST certification within 1 year of hire.
• No experience required; training provided for CRCST.

Responsibilities

• Operate all sterilizing equipment following regulation directives.
• Assemble and maintain surgical instruments used in the facility.
• Inventory and reorder instruments and supplies.
• Perform quality assurance tests on equipment and maintain daily records.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Accredited sterile processing program

Job description

Benefits Statement

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Job Description

• Facility: St. Francis Hospital
• Department: Sterile Processing
• Schedule: Full-time | Mid-day Shift

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Operate all sterilizing equipment following regulation directives.
• Assemble and maintain specific surgical instruments utilized throughout the facility.
• Inventory and reorder instruments and supplies.
• Perform all required quality assurance tests on equipment and maintains daily records.

What minimum qualifications you'll need

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited sterile processing program preferred.

Additional Preferences:

• 40 hours a week | M-F | 11 AM - 7:30 PM | Rotating weekends and holidays when needed
• No experience required, willing to train and educate in preparation of the CRCST certification exam. Must obtain certification within 1 year of hire.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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