Sterile Processing Technician

Mary Greeley Medical Center; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames, IA is seeking a dedicated Sterile Processing Technician for the evening shift. You will prepare instrument sets, ensure sterility, and support the surgical team by providing quality instrumentation and supplies. Perform related duties and participate in on-call rotations as required.

Ideal candidates will have Sterile Processing training, strong English communication, and a commitment to patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Completed Sterile Processing course or certification.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to understand and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Inspect instruments for cleanliness and function before assembly.
• Prepare complete instrument sets and replace missing items.
• Package and label equipment for sterilization; handle delicate instruments safely.
• Operate and monitor sterilizers and related systems as trained.
• Issue sterile equipment to patient care units and maintain records.
• Picks inventory for OR cases and restocks supplies as needed.
• Maintain infection control knowledge and participate in on-call duties.

Skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Sterilization knowledge

Stress management

Attention to detail

Education

Sterile Processing certification

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CensiTrac system

Job description

80 hour Full Time Non Exempt , Evening Shift , 8:00a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Biweekly Hours: 80

Date Posted 09/17/2026

Position Summary

Under general supervision accepts duties as assigned to provide quality prepared instrumentation and supplies to the surgical patients. Provides effective communication amongst all members of the surgical team. Ensures all actions taken in carrying out responsibilities support patient centered care. Performs related work as required.

Position Responsibilities

Unit Specific Position Responsibilities

• Inspects instruments for cleanliness, proper function and damage before assembly.
• Prepares complete instrument sets, replaces missing or damaged instruments. Apply missing instrument label if replacement is not available.
• Packages and labels equipment in appropriate sized peel pack.
• Placement and/or protects delicate or sharp instruments appropriately.
• Utilizes CensiTrac scanning tracking system in Decontamination, Assembly and Sterilizing areas. Correctly labels all items to be processed/sterilized with proper identification and location.
• Issues sterile equipment and supplies to patient care units as requested.
• Prepares and assembles surgical trays and equipment following established tray list for issue, storage or further processing (such as sterilization).
• Prepares and maintains accurate records on all items sterilized.
• Monitors, reads, documents and interprets all parameters for allsterilizers to assess proper function (Steam, VPro, NX Sterrad).
  • Internal, external and biological monitor systems are utilized Placement of trays, wrapped items and peel pack will follow manufacturer’s instructions.

• Prioritizes in order to meet deadlines for processing instrument sets.
• Picks inventory for each OR case (scheduled and add on)
• Cleans work areas.
• Communicates with co-workers and health team members.
• Restocks supplies, notify coordinator if stock is low or depleted. Checks for expiration dates and rotates in assigned areas.
• Maintains knowledge of infection control policy/procedures.
• Responsible for on-call duties as scheduled.
• Performs other assigned duties.

Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience

Required Qualifications (Including any licensure, certification, education):

Organizational Requirements:

Maintain stroke education per regulatory requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

Completed Sterile Processing course or is certfied in Sterile Processing.

Highschool diploma or GED

Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

Ability to understand and communicate oral and written English.

Ability to pursue and foster a sense of team and partnership across all disciplines.

Ability to assist nursing personnel and ancillary departments.

Ability to function promptly and appropriately under stressful conditions

Become Certified within 3 years of hire

Proficient knowledge of sterilization processes.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

Skill in the use of specialized equipment and or techniques.