Sterilization Technician (Located in Lincoln, NE)

University of Nebraska Medical Center; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska Medical Center in Lincoln, NE is seeking a Sterilization Technician to perform technical duties in the maintenance and dispensing of supplies and equipment from a sterile area. You will clean, wrap, and sterilize instruments and equipment to ensure surgical readiness.

This position requires a High School diploma or equivalent, and at least 1 year of experience in a medical/dental setting with steam autoclaves/ultrasonic cleaners.

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent required; related post-high school education/experience considered.
• Experience in a medical/dental setting using steam autoclaves and ultrasonic cleaners.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and sterile processing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical duties in the maintenance and dispensing of supplies and equipment from a sterile area.
• Clean, wrap, and sterilize instruments/equipment.

Skills

Autoclave operation

Ultrasonic cleaner operation

Outlook proficiency

Education

High School or equivalent

Post-high school education/experience

Surgical technician training

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Sterilization Technician (Located in Lincoln, NE)

UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location

Lincoln, NE

Requisition Number

Staff_14245

Department

COD-Lincoln Clinic Administration 50000737

Business Unit

College of Dentistry

Reg-Temp

Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule

Remote/Telecommuting No remote/telecommuting opportunity

Position Summary

LOCATED IN LINCOLN , NE

To perform technical duties in the maintenance and dispensing of supplies and equipment from a sterile area. To clean, wrap, and sterilize instruments/equipment.

Working Title

Sterilization Technician (Located in Lincoln, NE)

Job Title

Sterilization Technician (Located in Lincoln, NE)

Salary Grade

HC05H

Appointment Type

C2 - REG OFF/SERV HRLY

Salary Range

$15.769 - $23.654/hourly

Job Requisition Begin Date

12/16/2025

Application Review Date

01/12/2026

Review Date Information

Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education

High School education or equivalent

If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)

(Will consider one year related post high school education/experience)

Required Experience

1 year

If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:

Experience in a medical/dental setting where use of steam autoclaves/ultrasonic cleaners were used

(Will consider one year related post high school education/experience)

Required License

No

Required Computer Applications

Microsoft Outlook

Required Other Computer Applications

Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to run steam autoclaves, washers, ultrasonic cleaners.

Preferred Education

Relevant coursework/specialized training

If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:

Training as a surgical technician, dental assistant or other job where experience can be attained to operate sterilization equipment, such as: steam autoclaves, industrial washers, ultrasonic cleaners.

Preferred Experience

Preferred License

No

Preferred Computer Applications

Preferred Other Computer Applications

Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * This position is located in Lincoln, NE - Will you accept employment in Lincoln?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a high school education or equivalent?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience in a medical/dental setting where steam autoclaves/ultrasonic cleaners were used?
  • Yes
  • No
• * If you do have experience in a medical/dental setting where steam autoclaves/ultrasonic cleaners were used, please elaborate (If No, indicate NA).

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you proficient with Microsoft Outlook?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this position?
  • Careerlink
  • Employee Referral
  • HERC
  • Indeed
  • Job Fair
  • Lincoln Journal Star
  • Linkedin
  • Omaha World Herald
  • UNMC Job Site
  • Facebook
  • NEWorks
  • Handshake
  • Other
• * If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Within the past 6 months, have you been affected by a reduction in force or grant funding expiration with the University of Nebraska Medical Center?
  • Yes
  • No

Individuals who need accommodation during the online application or interview process may contact 402-559-4070 or [e-mail] to request an accommodation.