Sterile Processing Technician

Fairview Hospital / Cleveland Clinic; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairview Hospital / Cleveland Clinic is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to ensure patient safety by cleaning, decontaminating, sterilizing, and assembling surgical instruments and medical equipment.

You will operate washers and autoclaves, inspect instruments, assemble trays, maintain documentation, and collaborate with surgical and nursing teams to support high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of sterilization techniques and infection control.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and maintain safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate washers and autoclaves to sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Inspect surgical instruments for functionality and integrity.
• Assemble procedure trays accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain precise tracking and documentation of sterilization processes.
• Follow strict infection prevention and safety standards.
• Collaborate with surgical, nursing, and clinical teams to support patient care.

Skills

Sterilization techniques

Infection control

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety standards

Job description

Role Overview:

A Sterile Processing Technician responsible for ensuring the safety and quality of patient care by properly cleaning, decontaminating, sterilizing, and assembling surgical instruments and medical equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate washers and autoclaves to sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Inspect surgical instruments for functionality and integrity.
• Assemble procedure trays accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain precise tracking and documentation of sterilization processes.
• Follow strict infection prevention and safety standards.
• Collaborate with surgical, nursing, and clinical teams to support patient care.

Qualifications And Skills

• Knowledge of sterilization techniques, infection control procedures, and medical equipment handling.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.