Sterile Processing Technician

Ascension; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

Ascension in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician for the Evening Shift. You will operate sterilization equipment, decontaminate instruments, and ensure cleanliness and readiness for cases.

This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred CBSPD/IAHCSMM credentials and up-to-date certifications. Join a team focused on safe, efficient patient care and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required.
• Licensure/certification in Central Service Sterile Processing preferred (IAHCSMM).
• CBSPD credential preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate sterilization equipment and inspect instruments, equipment and containers for cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Decontaminate soiled instruments, containers and equipment per IFUs and established protocols.
• Correct instrument sets according to current standards and tracking systems.
• Maintain inventory levels to ensure availability for case carts.

Education

High School diploma equivalency

CBSPD certification preferred

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Facility: Columbia St. Mary's Milwaukee

Department: Sterile Processing

Schedule: Evening Shift | Full-Time

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Operate sterilization equipment and inspect instruments, equipment, and containers to ensure cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Perform decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers and equipment according to instructions for use (IFUs) and established protocols.
• Correct instrument sets according to current standards, established count sheets and/or instrument tracking systems.
• Maintain proper levels of inventory to ensure availability for case carts.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) Preferred.
• Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Certification Board

Education

for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) Preferred.

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
  • Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

E-Verify statement

Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.