Sterile Processing Tech — Join a Magnet Hospital Team

Trinityhealth; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Dubuque is seeking a sterile processing technician to collect, decontaminate, inspect, process, assemble and sterilize reusable medical instruments. You will ensure compliance with TJC and AAMI standards and follow IFU guidance for instruments and equipment.

Education requires a high school diploma or GED, with CRS Technician certification preferred. Proficiency in steam and H2O2 sterilization and instrument-tracking software is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician preferred.
• Strong infection control knowledge and IFU familiarity.
• Experience with instrument tracking software is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Collect, decontaminate, inspect, process, assemble and sterilize instruments.
• Ensure compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) and AAMI standards.
• Operate and apply IFU guidance for new instruments and equipment.
• Maintain knowledge of steam and hydrogen peroxide sterilization methods.

Skills

Attention to detail

Infection control knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

CRS Technician certification preferred

Job description

MercyOne Dubuque is seeking a sterile processing technician to collect, decontaminate, inspect, process, assemble and sterilize reusable medical instruments. You will ensure compliance with TJC and AAMI standards and follow IFU guidance for instruments and equipment.

Education requires a high school diploma or GED, with CRS Technician certification preferred. Proficiency in steam and H2O2 sterilization and instrument-tracking software is expected.