Sterile Processing Tech: Behind-the-Scenes Impact

Bozeman Health; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Bozeman Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to ensure patient safety by decontaminating, assembling, wrapping, and sterilizing instruments, and preparing case carts for surgeries and procedures.

In this fast-paced, behind-the-scenes role, you will interact with a wide range of staff, support departmental initiatives, and participate in ongoing education to meet regulatory standards and maintain sterile integrity across the hospital.

Qualifications

• High School diploma is required.
• CRCST/CIS/CER/CHL or related certifications are preferred.
• Healthcare experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collect used and contaminated equipment for sorting and decontamination.
• Manually clean supplies and operate decontamination equipment.
• Prepare and pack decontaminated supplies for sterilization.
• Follow standard precautions with PPE.
• Monitor and test sterilization equipment (washers, ultrasonics, autoclaves).
• Sterilize, wrap, and organize instruments for procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Endoscope processor

Autoclave

Washer / Ultrasonic

Job description

Bozeman Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to ensure patient safety by decontaminating, assembling, wrapping, and sterilizing instruments, and preparing case carts for surgeries and procedures.

In this fast-paced, behind-the-scenes role, you will interact with a wide range of staff, support departmental initiatives, and participate in ongoing education to meet regulatory standards and maintain sterile integrity across the hospital.