Sterile Processing Tech

Summit Orthopedics·Plymouth, Minnesota

$23 - $28/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 16 days ago

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Sterile Processing Tech · $23 - $28/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

+13% vs. median posted rate for support services roles in Plymouth, Minnesota ($20.13/hr, n=42)

34 similar openings in the Plymouth area · median $20.13/hr

$17.69/hr · lowesthighest · $201/hr

this role: $22.70/hrmedian $20.13/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 42 posted support services roles in Plymouth, Minnesota rates. This role sits in the 75th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 13% above the Plymouth, Minnesota median for support services roles.

The Sterile Processing Tech is responsible for the decontamination, sterilization, and assembly of surgical instruments and medical equipment. They also manage inventory levels and ensure all sterilization processes are accurately documented and compliant with safety standards.

At Summit Orthopedics, we recognize the impact each member of the Summit Family has on one another and on our patients every day. Join a patient-first environment where our values — Better together, Own it, Nimble, Excellence, and Service — are lived down to our BONES. At Summit, team members feel respected, valued, and connected to meaningful work, contributing to a collaborative, community-centered culture built on mutual respect and enjoyment.

The Sterile Processing Tech is responsible for the decontamination, preparation, sterilization, documentation, and distribution of surgical instrumentation and supplies used in the operating room. This position may also perform the duties of stocking supplies in pre and post-op areas.

This position is eligible for a $3,000 Sign On Bonus (amount pro-rated based on assigned FTE).

This is a full-time opportunity based at our Minnetonka Surgery Center. 8 hour shifts, Monday - Friday with variable start and end times. This role may require flexibility to float to other Summit locations as needed.

*Nationally recognized Sterile Processing certification highly desired upon hire or must be obtained within 90 days of successful completion of educational/training program.

Decontaminates and sterilizes instruments, medical supplies and equipment; inspects, assembles, wraps and sterilizes trays of instruments.

Monitors biological and chemical wash solution to ensure quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment.

Sorts mismatched sets of instruments, trays and medical equipment and makes them available to sterile processing customers in a timely manner.

Restocks, labels, and maintains inventory; submit requisitions; collects and distributes instruments, trays, crash carts, and facility medical equipment.

Performs environmental maintenance duties and assists in maintaining inventory levels in sterile processing, the operating room, and in equipment storage areas.

Verifies that equipment functions properly: completes requisitions for repair or replacement of surgical instrumentation; removes defective instrumentation from general service.

Maintains a clean and orderly work area.

Disposes of filled suction and trash containers.

Documents all steps of the sterilization process accurately and legibly; maintains sterilization logs and organizes evidence of sterilization processes.

Assists with maintaining established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, and quality improvement, safety, and environmental and infection control standards.

Requirements

Candidates must possess or obtain a nationally recognized Sterile Processing certification within 90 days of hire. The role requires the ability to work full-time with flexible start and end times and the capacity to float between various locations.

professional certificate
Documentation
Decontamination
Quality control
Inventory management
Infection control
Safety compliance
Equipment maintenance
Sterile processing
Surgical instrumentation

Benefits

Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid time off
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Sign-on bonus
Profit sharing

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $23 - $28/hr
Locations: Plymouth, Minnesota; Woodbury, Minnesota; Minnetonka, Minnesota; Eagan, Minnesota; Vadnais Heights, Minnesota
Posted: Aug 24, 2026
Application: Employer website

Sterile processing roles in Minnesota

Sterile Processing Tech roles in Minnesota are typically in steady demand because hospitals and surgical centers rely on consistent instrument reprocessing to keep procedures on schedule. These jobs can be competitive when they require certification soon after hire, flexibility to float between locations, and a variable part-time schedule. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your certification timeline before applying.