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Sterile Processing Technician

Sterile Processing Technician

Allina HealthShakopee, MN, United States
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Location Address :

1455 Saint Francis Ave

Shakopee, MN 55379-3374

Date Posted : September 24, 2025

Department :

46005650 Sterile Processing

Shift :

Day / Evening (United States of America)

Shift Length : 8 hour shift

Hours Per Week : 40

Union Contract :

SEIU-4-St Francis Service and Maintenance-SSF

Weekend Rotation : Occasional

Job Summary :

Be the first line of defense in patient safety. At Allina Health, our Sterile Processing Technicians ensure every instrument is ready, every time. Join a team that values precision, supports your growth, and recognizes the critical role you play behind every successful procedure.

Step into a role where every detail matters and every day makes a difference. Your work keeps care moving- and helps save lives!

Key Position Details :

  • Full time position (80 hours every two-week pay period)
  • 8-hour, day / evening shifts
  • Occasional weekends

Job Description :

Provides sterile equipment and supplies to surgery and other departments as required. This work includes decontamination, cleaning, sterilization and processing of supplies and equipment, following guidelines from federal and state agencies, manufacturer and hospital infection control.

Principle Responsibilities

  • Demonstrates skill in preparation of surgical instruments
  • Performs decontamination, assembly and sterilization of surgical instrumentation per department policy and procedures.

  • Assures instruments are clean and free of foreign matter in preparation for
  • sterilization.
  • Assembles instrument sets and trays accurately.
  • Packages and labels items for correct sterilization method.
  • Performs work following safety standards and protocols
  • Follows infection control guidelines when working in decontamination.

  • Demonstrates appropriate use of washers / disinfectors, ultrasonic machine, high level disinfection and other department equipment.
  • Operates sterilizers safely, documenting loads according to standards.
  • Processes and interprets biological controls and tests per guidelines, documenting for each procedure.
  • Reports potentially unsafe situations and malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or Lead.
  • Conducts quality assurance checks on all required equipment per department guidelines.
  • Provides support for Case Carts, Sterile Core and other areas as assigned
  • Pulls cases for next day, add-on and emergency procedures accurately.

  • Completes the appropriate paperwork for compliant charging and billing of case.
  • Follows tasks assignment list when working in the sterile core.
  • Responds to urgent requests with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Required Qualifications

  • Must be 18 years of age with education and / or experience needed to meet required principle competencies as listed on the job description
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Experience in Sterile Processing or Vocational / Technical training / education in Instrument Specialist, Central Supply, or Surgical Technology
  • Licenses / Certifications

  • Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below :
  • Certification from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) within 18 months of hire

    Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST) Certification within 18 months of hire

    Physical Demands

  • Medium Work :
  • Lifting weight up to 50 lbs. occasionally, up to 25 lbs. frequently
  • Pay Range

    Pay Range : $21.62 to $27.87 per hour The pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and / or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

    Benefit Summary

    Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members.

    Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

    In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

    Benefits include : Medical / Dental

    PTO / Time Away

    Retirement Savings Plans

    Life Insurance

    Short-term / Long-term Disability

    Paid Caregiver Leave

    Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)

    Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable

    Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

    Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

  • Benefit eligibility / offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
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