Sterile Processing Technician

Sioux Empire Society for Human Resource Management; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

401(k) match

Free daily lunches

Scrub allowance

License reimbursement

Educational assistance

Job summary

Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a full-time Sterile Processing Technician to ensure instruments and equipment are properly prepared for every procedure.

You will decontaminate, inspect, assemble, package, sterilize, store, and distribute surgical instrumentation, including autoclave and GI scope reprocessing, with strict infection prevention and documentation. Join a collaborative OR team and enjoy a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program, or CRCST certification.
• At least one year of experience in OR or Sterile Processing.
• BLS certification required or obtained on hire.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, inspect, assemble, package, and sterilize instruments.
• Store and distribute surgical instrumentation and medical equipment.
• Perform sterilization processes including autoclave and GI scope reprocessing.
• Verify quality assurance testing and maintain documentation.
• Support inventory management and process improvements.
• Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and surgical technologists to ensure readiness.

Skills

High attention to detail

Sterile processing

BLS certification

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Surgical Technology program

CRCST certification

Job description

We are seeking a full-time Sterile Processing Technician to play a critical role in supporting safe surgical care by ensuring instruments and equipment are properly prepared and available for every procedure. This position is responsible for the decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of surgical instrumentation and medical equipment. The Sterile Processing Technician performs sterilization processes, including autoclave, GI scope reprocessing, and other approved methods; verifies quality assurance testing; maintains accurate documentation; and supports inventory management and process improvement initiatives. This role collaborates closely with surgeons, nurses, and surgical technologists while maintaining high standards for infection prevention, safety, and patient care. Successful candidates are detail-oriented, organized, adaptable in a fast-paced environment, and committed to ensuring surgical teams have the right instruments ready when patients need them.

ABOUT THE OR DEPARTMENT

Join our vibrant Operating Room (OR) department, boasting 15 innovative OR suites catering to a wide array of specialties including orthopedic, spine, ear, nose, throat, urology, general surgery, and more. As the largest staffed department in the company, teamwork is at the core of our culture, fostering a comfortable and seamless patient experience. Our fast-paced and attentive atmosphere brings a great sense of accomplishment at the end of each day as we work together to help individuals return to their passions, whether it's resuming their career as a firefighter, playing with their grandkids, or getting back to sports and other activities. With a service-oriented mindset, we lead by example, valuing humility and accountability in all that we do. The OR team enjoys a healthy work/life balance and companionship in discussing their hobbies like beekeeping, golfing, and camping. If you're seeking a dynamic environment where positivity and camaraderie are contagious, join us in the OR department and make a meaningful impact every day!

SCHEDULE

• Monday - Friday
• Five 8-hour shift: 9:00AM-5:30PM
• NO WEEKENDS. NO ON-CALL. NO HOLIDAYS.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program, completion of a Surgical Technologist on-the-job training program, or current Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification.
• At least one year of experience in an Operating Room, Sterile Processing Department, or related surgical environment.
• BLS certification (or obtained upon hire).

BENEFITS AND PERKS!

• Health (BCBS), Dental, and Vision Insurance – Eligible FIRST day of employment
• VERY Competitive Pay & PTO
• GENEROUS 401(k) Employer Match
• FREE DAILY Lunches
• ANNUAL Scrub Allowance
• Professional License Reimbursement
• Educational Assistance & Professional Growth Opportunities
• And MORE!

Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital is proud to be physician-owned and operated.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

For more info or questions contact HR: Email: [e-mail]