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Sterile Processing Technician

Ascension·Manhattan, Kansas

Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 3 days ago
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Sterile Processing Technician

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • 14 similar openings in the Manhattan area
  • 2 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)

About the role

The technician is responsible for inspecting, assembling, and sterilizing surgical instruments to ensure they are ready for clinical use. They also manage inventory levels and operate specialized decontamination and sterilization equipment according to established protocols.

Your future role at a glance Location

  • Manhattan,
  • Kansas
  • Facility:
  • Via
  • Christi,
  • Manhattan
  • Department:
  • Sterile
  • Processing
  • Schedule: Rotating | Full-time Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University. How you'll make an impact in this role Inspect, assembles and evaluate all surgical instruments and instrument sets to ensure quality, determines need for repair/replacement, validates completeness of set, and facilitates effective sterilization. Operate sterilization equipment and inspects instruments, equipment, and containers to ensure cleanliness and proper functioning. Perform decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers and equipment according to instructions for use (IFUs) and established protocols. Correct instrument sets according to current standards, established count sheets and/or instrument tracking systems. Maintain proper levels of inventory to ensure availability for case carts. What minimum qualifications you'll need
  • Licensure /
  • Certification /
  • Registration: Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) Preferred. Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) Preferred.

Education

High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Note

Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Life at

Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Equal employment opportunity employer Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees.

To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system. E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or one year of relevant experience, though professional certification in sterile processing is preferred. The role requires the ability to follow strict safety standards and maintain accurate instrument tracking.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Compliance
  • Decontamination
  • Inventory management
  • Quality assurance
  • Sterile processing
  • Instrument tracking systems
  • Sterilization equipment operation
  • Surgical instrument inspection

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Manhattan, Kansas
Posted
Sep 5, 2026
Closes
Sep 5, 2027
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Ascension

Answering God's call to bring health, healing and hope to all. Ascension is one of the nation’s leading non-profit and Catholic health systems, with a Mission of delivering compassionate, personalized care to all, with special attention to those most vulnerable. In FY2025,...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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