Sterile Processing Tech

About the role

Location: Mequon, WI
Facility: Columbia St. Mary's Hospital Ozaukee Campus
Department: Acute Rehab
Schedule: Full-Time | Days

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.

Responsibilities

• Deliver sterile, reliable surgical sets by inspecting, assembling, and validating instruments so operating room teams have complete, functional tools for safe patient care.
• Master decontamination and sterilization procedures following strict Manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFUs) to ensure zero cross-contamination and safeguard patient outcomes.
• Maintain precise inventory control to build accurate, timely surgical case carts that prevent costly delays during critical procedures.
• Operate advanced sterilization equipment with meticulous attention to clean standards, ensuring every piece of machinery and container functions at peak safety levels.
• Drive clinical excellence through peer audits to support continuous quality assurance and champion high standards across the sterile processing team.

Requirements

• 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 Education for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) Preferred.
• 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.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more