IU Health·Avon, Indiana
The technician is responsible for cleaning, wrapping, sterilizing, and distributing medical equipment and instruments used in patient care. They ensure all supplies are properly stored and ready for clinical use.
Cleans, wraps, sterilizes, stores and distributes equipment, supplies and instruments used in patient care.
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.
A High School Diploma or GED is required, along with basic computer skills. Candidates must complete certification coursework within two years of hire and maintain 12 annual CE credits.
Market context
In Indiana, Sterile Processing Technician I roles are commonly tied to hospitals and surgical settings where reliable instrument reprocessing is essential to patient care. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for attention to detail, basic computer skills, and a commitment to certification and ongoing continuing education. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare expectations, then confirm the certification timeline and CE credit plan before applying.