Sterile Processing Technician III - North - Full Time

Indiana University Health; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Indiana is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician III to manage and distribute medical equipment essential for patient care. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma, multiple national certifications, and experience in a healthcare environment. Responsibilities include sterilizing instruments and mentoring colleagues. This full-time position offers an opportunity to be part of a dedicated team, helping ensure high standards in patient care.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have 2 active national certificates.
• Requires 24 CE credits annually focused on central service.
• Strong knowledge of Endo instrumentation function is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, wraps, sterilizes, stores, and distributes medical equipment.
• Prepares for surgical cases using specialized knowledge.
• Mentors colleagues and provides technical guidance.

Skills

Expert knowledge in surgical instrumentation and procedures

Basic computer skills

Mentoring and coaching

Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certifications in central service or sterile processing

Job description

Overview

Do you enjoy helping others but prefer to stay behind the scenes? If you have experience in Sterile Processing, Dental Assisting, or Surgery, this opportunity might be just what you’re looking for!

Position Details

• Job Title: Sterile Processing Technician III
• Location: Fisher Hospital
• Schedule: Full Time

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.

What You Will Need

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. 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.