Sterile Processing Tech: Precision Instrument Care

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Inc.; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, Idaho, is seeking a sterile processing technician to ensure sterile instruments, decontaminate, inspect, and assemble instrument sets for surgical teams.

You will operate autoclaves, maintain inventory, follow infection control guidelines, and collaborate with nursing staff to support safe patient care. High school diploma required; CST program preferred; certification not needed on hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of or enrollment in a central sterile processing program preferred.
• Certification not required upon hire.
• Previous experience in healthcare or sterile processing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect and decontaminate used instruments and equipment.
• Inspect and assemble surgical instrument sets.
• Operate autoclaves and sterilization equipment safely.
• Maintain inventory and storage of sterile supplies.
• Follow infection control guidelines (AAMI, AORN, OSHA).
• Communicate effectively with surgical and nursing teams.
• Document sterilization cycles and quality control checks.
• Assist with case cart assembly and distribution.

Skills

Detail oriented

Documentation skills

Organizational skills

Physical stamina

Will to certify

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Central sterile processing program

Job description

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, Idaho, is seeking a sterile processing technician to ensure sterile instruments, decontaminate, inspect, and assemble instrument sets for surgical teams.

You will operate autoclaves, maintain inventory, follow infection control guidelines, and collaborate with nursing staff to support safe patient care. High school diploma required; CST program preferred; certification not needed on hire.