Sterile Processing Technician III

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health seeks a Sterile Processing Technician III to ensure the cleanliness and sterilization of surgical instruments while providing essential support to clinical staff. This full-time position plays a critical role in patient care without direct hands-on involvement. Candidates must possess specific certifications and exhibit strong knowledge in sterile processing procedures.

Qualifications

• 2 active national certifications required (e.g., CRCST, CSPDT).
• Requires 24 CE credits annually.
• Requires current position-related certification.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, sterilizes, and distributes equipment for patient care.
• Assists in preparing for surgical cases using specialized knowledge.
• Mentors and trains colleagues on sterile processing practices.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Advanced preceptor skills

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of Endo instrumentation

Mentoring and coaching

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certification in Central Sterile Processing

Certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist

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Overview

Do you enjoy helping others? Do you want to make a direct impact on the lives of our patients but don’t want to do hands on care? If you have experience in Sterile Processing, then this job could be for you!

• Department:Sterile Processing
• Location:University Hospital
• Schedule:Full Time, Evenings
  
  
  

Overview

Do you enjoy helping others? Do you want to make a direct impact on the lives of our patients but don’t want to do hands on care? If you have experience in Sterile Processing, then this job could be for you!

Position Details:

• Job Title:Sterile Processing Technician III
• Company:IU Health
• Department:Sterile Processing
• Location:University Hospital
• Schedule:Full Time, Evenings
  
  
  

This is a unique opportunity that will have a direct impact on our organization’s success and supports our vision of making Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states. We hope this inspires you to apply and begin living our IU Health Values – Purpose, Excellence, Compassion and Team – every day.

What You Will Do:

• Cleans, wraps, sterilizes, stores and distributes equipment, supplies, instruments and endoscopes used in patient care.
• Assists area clinical staff by using specialized knowledge in surgical instrumentation and procedures to prepare for surgical cases.
• Provides technical guidance to others involved in the assembly of instrumentation and preparation of case carts.
• Trains colleagues on various skills and tasks.
• Acts as a resource or mentor to colleagues with less experience.
  
  
  

Candidates will only be considered who have 2 active CRCST/CSPDT/CFER national certificates and/or are a Certified Surgical Technologist. No provisional certifications will be accepted.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.

• Requires one national certification (CRCST,CSPDT,CFER or CST) and a second national certification related to central service or sterile processing (Examples: CIS; CSIP; CFER; CST; CHMM; CHL).
• Requires 24 CE credits annually that focus on information and advancement related to the CS field and be of a technical nature.
• Must maintain current certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist obtained from the NBSTSA if in a hybrid OR/SPD role.
• May require Basic Life Support certification through the AHA. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Requires demonstration of expert knowledge and skills identified as necessary to function as a Tech III.
• Requires knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy.
• Requires advanced preceptor skills and experience in mentoring and coaching.
• Requires basic computer skills.
• Strong knowledge of Endo instrumentation function and maintenance is preferred.
• Requires some relevant experience in a healthcare environment.
  
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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