Essentia Health·Superior, Wisconsin
Responsible for the reprocessing of reusable surgical instruments and patient care equipment to ensure they are clean and sterile. Plays a vital role in providing safe equipment for surgery and various nursing units.
2013400 surgery - Smhs hosp
Essentia Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to serve at St.
Mary's Hospital in Superior, Wisconsin.
This Sterile Tech works Monday through Friday on day shift, a total of 48 to 64 hours biweekly based on facility needs.
No weekend, holiday, or on-call rotations are required.
Shifts usually start between 6:30 am and 8:00 am and are 8 hours.
• No educational requirements.
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Responsible for the reprocessing of reusable surgical instruments and patient care equipment for use in surgery and throughout various nursing units. Plays a vital role in ensuring clean, safe, sterile instruments and equipment are available to hospital staff for use in patient care. Requirements & responsibilities of this position include:
Standing and Walking: The role requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods, often during an entire 8-hour shift or longer.
Lifting and Carrying: Technicians must frequently lift and carry items of varying weights. Routine lifting of up to 25 pounds is common. Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds may be required.
Pushing and Pulling: The ability to push and pull heavy carts, which can weigh hundreds of pounds when fully loaded with equipment and supplies, is necessary.
Dexterity and Coordination: Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination are essential for handling and assembling delicate surgical instruments and operating equipment.
Movement: Frequent bending, squatting, crouching, reaching, twisting, and kneeling are part of the daily tasks.
Environmental Tolerances: Technicians work in a fast-paced environment that can be noisy and warm due to machinery such as autoclaves. They must also be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods to protect from exposure to blood/body fluids, chemicals, and other hazards.
Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail is crucial for inspecting instruments for cleanliness and damage.
Problem-Solving: The ability to troubleshoot issues with equipment and adapt to changing protocols is important.
Reliability: Maintaining reliable and consistent attendance is a key requirement in this critical healthcare support role.
Tech
I (non-certified): $16.57-$21.98 based on experience.
Tech
II (certified): $17.42-$$22.88 based on experience.
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Shift rotation: FTE Flex Days (United States of America)
Shift start time: 6:30 am / 7:30 am / 8:00 am
Shift end time: 3:30 pm / 4:00 pm / 4:30 pm
UNION: SMHS AFSCME Local 1760 (SHAFS)
Union posting deadline: 07/17/2026
$17.07 - $22.64
At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
Requires the physical ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and work in a fast-paced environment. Certification as a CRCST or CBSPD is required for Tech II or must be obtained within two years for Tech I.
Market context
Support-services roles in Wisconsin are typically driven by ongoing staffing needs in hospitals, long-term care, and other care settings, especially for candidates with current CNA and BLS credentials. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for dependable availability, strong teamwork, and readiness to work in fast-paced environments. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm your certification status and compare workplace supports like mental health resources, daycare, health coaches, relaxation rooms, and health-focused apps against the original posting.
