Sterile Processing Technician – Patient Care Support

IHA; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

Personalized health, dental & vision

Paid time off

Long- and short-term leave

Retirement planning

Life insurance coverage

Job summary

MercyOne Northeast Iowa in Waterloo, IA is seeking a dedicated Sterile Processing Technician to support patient care by furnishing sterile and non-sterile supplies, equipment and services.

Day shift, full-time position with weekend and holiday rotation. You will decontaminate equipment, assemble instruments, and ensure sterile processing standards are met in a safe, patient-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and understand English.
• Minimum of 6 months experience with surgical instruments and assisting in patient care preferred.
• Ability to work with diverse groups and to communicate effectively with patients and staff.
• Ability to make decisions without supervision and work as part of a team.
• Ability to perform under stressful situations and prioritize urgent department needs.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and sterilization principles.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminates dirty equipment and supplies.
• Prepares non-sterile portable equipment and supplies for use.
• Instrument assembly: Inspects and assembles instruments in accordance with Pick card
• Distributes and stores sterile supplies.
• Sterilization of equipment: Loads and unloads sterilization cart and stores items in proper location.
• Adheres to all safety, infection control and colleague health policies and procedures.

Skills

English literacy

Surgical instruments experience

Team collaboration

Decision making under pressure

Medical terminology knowledge

Job description

MercyOne Northeast Iowa in Waterloo, IA is seeking a dedicated Sterile Processing Technician to support patient care by furnishing sterile and non-sterile supplies, equipment and services.

Day shift, full-time position with weekend and holiday rotation. You will decontaminate equipment, assemble instruments, and ensure sterile processing standards are met in a safe, patient-focused environment.