Sterile Processing Technician I

UnityPoint Health; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401K matching

Dental and health insurance

Daily Pay / early access to earned pay

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UnityPoint Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician I to join our dedicated team in Dubuque, IA. This full-time role runs 12:30 pm to 9:00 pm with 80 hours per pay period and includes a holiday and weekend rotation.

You will reprocess, sterilize, and distribute surgical instruments, ensuring compliance with infection prevention standards and quality initiatives. You will gain experience in fast-paced clinical operations, support traceability, and participate in ongoing professional

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, inspect, and prepare surgical instruments and equipment following manufacturer guidelines and infection prevention standards.
• Operate washer/disinfectors and other decontamination equipment to ensure safe, effective instrument processing.
• Accurately assemble instrument trays using count sheets and tray content lists.
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness and functionality, removing damaged items and coordinating repairs as needed.
• Perform sterilization and high-level disinfection using steam, vaporized hydrogen peroxide, and other approved methods.
• Configure, test, monitor, and maintain sterilization equipment to ensure optimal performance and regulatory compliance.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Shift: 12:30 pm - 9:00 pm, for 80 hours per pay period. There is a holiday and weekend rotation.
• Job ID: 189950

• Area of Interest: Patient Care
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0
• Department: Sterile Processing - CS
• Shift: 12:30 pm - 9:00 pm, for 80 hours per pay period. There is a holiday and weekend rotation.
• Job ID: 189950

Overview

Shift: Full-time; 12:30 pm - 9:00 pm, for 80 hours per pay period. There is a holiday and weekend rotation.

Join a dedicated healthcare team where your attention to detail directly supports patient safety and surgical excellence. As a Sterile Processing Technician I, you will play a critical role in the reprocessing, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and medical devices. Working in a fast-paced environment, you'll help ensure compliance with industry standards, support quality initiatives, and contribute to seamless clinical operations while continuing to grow your skills through ongoing professional development.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, inspect, and prepare surgical instruments and equipment following manufacturer guidelines and infection prevention standards.
• Operate washer/disinfectors and other decontamination equipment to ensure safe, effective instrument processing.
• Accurately assemble instrument trays using count sheets and tray content lists.
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness and functionality, removing damaged items and coordinating repairs as needed.
• Perform sterilization and high-level disinfection using steam, vaporized hydrogen peroxide, and other approved methods.
• Configure, test, monitor, and maintain sterilization equipment to ensure optimal performance and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain organized, sterile storage and work areas that support safe handling and distribution of supplies.
• Deliver processed instruments and supplies to designated storage locations for timely clinical use.
• Complete detailed documentation throughout the reprocessing cycle to ensure traceability, quality assurance, and compliance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and stay current on sterilization, infection prevention, and industry best practices.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Experience:

• At least one (1) year of sterile processing experience is preferred.

License(s)/Certification(s):

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician – The Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or Central Sterile Processing Distribution Tech (CSPDT) – Certified Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution Inc. (CBSPD) preferred.
• Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association required.
• IL & IA Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required within 90 days of hire.
• IL & IA Adult Dependent Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required within 90 days of hire.