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Sterile Processing Technician I

IU Health

#Patient Care #Medical Terminology #Healthcare #Clinical Support #Continuing Education #Certification #Sterile Processing #Sterilization #Hospital

Quick overview

The technician is responsible for cleaning, wrapping, sterilizing, and distributing medical equipment and instruments. They play a vital role in supporting patient care by ensuring all tools are properly prepared and available.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and basic computer skills. The role requires completion of certification coursework within two years of hire and the ability to earn 12 CE credits annually.

high schoolAttention to detailComputer skillsAseptic techniquesMedical terminologyEquipment sterilizationSterile processingPatient care supportInstrument distribution

Job description

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, Dental Assistant, Surgery then this job could be for you!

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Position Details

Job Title: Sterile Processing Technician I
Department: Sterile Processing
Location: North Hospital
Schedule: Full Time, Evenings (3:00pm – 11:30pm)

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

• Clean, wrap, sterilize, store and distribute equipment, supplies and instruments used in patient care.

What You Will Need

High School Diploma or GED required.
Requires completion of coursework towards certification within 2 years of hire date. Completed certification is not required.
Requires 12 CE credits annually that focus on information and advancement related to the CS field and be of a technical nature.
Requires successful completion of orientation specific to SPD.
Requires basic computer skills.
Some experience in basic aseptic techniques, medical terminology or a healthcare environment is preferred.
Indiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and we’re home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care.
IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley Children's Health is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine – one of the nation’s largest medical schools – gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training – advancing healthcare for all.
With 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence.
At Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development.
Indiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.

Indiana University Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive health system, with 15 hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. We’re looking for team members who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day.