Sterile Processing Tech: Safe Instrument Reprocessing

UnityPoint Health; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sterile Processing Technician I at UnityPoint Health is responsible for the safe and effective reprocessing of surgical instruments and medical devices, including decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and distribution. This role ensures compliance with infection control standards and regulatory requirements to support patient safety.

The position maintains accurate documentation for traceability, participates in quality assurance initiatives, and engages in ongoing professional

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Fluent English written and spoken.
• Basic computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, email, browser).

Responsibilities

• Perform decontamination and cleaning of instruments.
• Inspect, test, and assemble instrument sets.
• Sterilize and store instruments according to guidelines.

Skills

Fluent English

Basic computer skills

Documentation practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Sterile Processing Technician I at UnityPoint Health is responsible for the safe and effective reprocessing of surgical instruments and medical devices, including decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and distribution. This role ensures compliance with infection control standards and regulatory requirements to support patient safety.

The position maintains accurate documentation for traceability, participates in quality assurance initiatives, and engages in ongoing professional