Sterile Processing Technician - Patient-Centered OR Support

Mayo Clinic; Le Center (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental coverage

Vision plan

HSAs and FSAs

Retirement plan

Job summary

Mayo Clinic seeks a Sterile Processing Technician to support the operating room team by preparing and delivering instruments for surgical procedures. The role cleans, packages, and processes equipment while maintaining core inventory. You will handle sterilization tracking software and run autoclaves and related devices.

Preferred candidates have CRCST certification within 18 months, plus experience or a related certificate in Central Service. Strong communication and adaptability are essential.

Qualifications

• HSPA certification as Central Processing Technician (CRCST) within 18 months of hire.
• Two years of experience handling/sterilizing surgical/medical/dental instruments or a vocational Central Service Technician/Patient Care Assistant cert in last four years.
• Alternatively, two years as Central Service Technician/Patient Care Assistant in an acute care setting within last five years.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver medical/surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment for procedures under supervision.
• Clean, package, and process surgical equipment and instrumentation; maintain inventory and storage in the core.
• Operate and troubleshoot power equipment to process instruments (autoclaves, washer disinfector, ultrasonic cleaners).
• Manage multiple computer applications to assist with sterilization tracking and processes.

Skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Customer-focused

Education

CRCST Central Processing Technician certification

Vocational certificate in Central Service

Tools

Autoclaves

Washer disinfector

Ultrasonic cleaners

Job description

Mayo Clinic seeks a Sterile Processing Technician to support the operating room team by preparing and delivering instruments for surgical procedures. The role cleans, packages, and processes equipment while maintaining core inventory. You will handle sterilization tracking software and run autoclaves and related devices.

Preferred candidates have CRCST certification within 18 months, plus experience or a related certificate in Central Service. Strong communication and adaptability are essential.