Sterile Processing Tech — Critical Instrument Care & Sterilization

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

MercyOne Dubuque is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to collect, decontaminate, inspect, process, assemble, and sterilize instruments in compliance with TJC and AAMI standards. You'll operate ultrasonic cleaners, washers, and chemical sterilization methods, maintain instrument tracking, and follow IFU software workflows, contributing to patient safety and efficiency.

High school diploma or GED required; CRCST preferred; competitive benefits and growth opportunities within MercyOne Health

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; CRCST preferred.
• Experience with sterile processing and medical instrument handling.
• Knowledge of TJC and AAMI standards.
• Ability to follow IFU instructions and policies.

Responsibilities

• Collect, decontaminate, inspect, process, assemble, and sterilize instruments.
• Operate ultrasonic cleaners, washers, steam and hydrogen peroxide sterilizers.
• Maintain accurate instrument tracking and compliance with IFU software.
• Follow Joint Commission and AAMI standards in daily tasks.
• Support quality and infection control across departments.

Skills

Safe handling

Instrument tracking software

Steam sterilization

Hydrogen peroxide sterilization

Ultrasonic cleaning

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Registered Central Service Technician

Tools

IFU software system

Job description

MercyOne Dubuque is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to collect, decontaminate, inspect, process, assemble, and sterilize instruments in compliance with TJC and AAMI standards. You'll operate ultrasonic cleaners, washers, and chemical sterilization methods, maintain instrument tracking, and follow IFU software workflows, contributing to patient safety and efficiency.

High school diploma or GED required; CRCST preferred; competitive benefits and growth opportunities within MercyOne Health