Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Indiana

A Sterile Supply Technician, also known as a Central Processing Technician or Sterile Processing Technician, plays a crucial role in the medical technology industry by ensuring that all surgical tools and supplies are sterilized and ready for use. These professionals are responsible for cleaning, sterilizing, and assembling surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies. They also examine equipment to detect leaks, worn or loose parts, or other indications of disrepair. Their goal is to prevent infections and ensure patient safety by properly decontaminating, sterilizing, storing, and distributing surgical instruments and devices.

Important skills for a Sterile Supply Technician include meticulous attention to detail, understanding of sterilization techniques, and the ability to follow strict protocols and regulations. They should also have good manual dexterity, physical stamina, and the ability to work well in a team. Required certifications typically include the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification or the Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) certification. Before becoming a Sterile Supply Technician, a person may have job roles such as a Medical Equipment Preparer, Operating Room Assistant, or Medical Assistant.

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Sterile Processing Tech II - Certified - Evenings

  • Dupont Hospital
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 10 hours ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 10 hours ago

This role ensures compliance with sterilization and decontamination protocols and assists in maintaining the sterile processing areas....

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Sterile Processing Tech Lead

  • Lutheran Hospital of Indiana
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 1 day ago

Oversees the collection, decontamination, processing, sterilization, storage, and distribution of non-disposable instruments and equipment....

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298821 - Technician-Sterile Processing I

  • Indiana University Health
  • Fishers, IN
  • 3 days ago
  • Fishers, IN
  • 3 days ago

Job Description Overview Click the link below to discover more about the Sterile Processing career path IU Health Sterile Processing Do you enjoy helping others but prefer to stay behind the scenes?...

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Sterile Processing Tech

  • Lafayette, IN
  • 4 days ago
  • Lafayette, IN
  • 4 days ago

Sterile Processing Techs document, inspect, and decontaminate medical instruments and devices and you must have a comprehensive understanding of sterilization as well as a strong attention to detail...

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Sterile Processing Technician I - Methodist/University - Various shifts

  • Indiana University Health Bloomington Hospital
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 5 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 5 days ago

**Click the link below to discover more about the Sterile Processing career path** IU Health Sterile Processing Do you enjoy helping others but prefer to stay behind the scenes?...

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Lead Sterile Processing Technician - Granger Surgery Center

  • Community Health System
  • Granger, IN
  • 8 days ago
  • Granger, IN
  • 8 days ago

Oversees the collection, decontamination, processing, sterilization, storage, and distribution of non-disposable instruments and equipment....

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Technician Sterile Processing II

  • Hancock Regional Hospital
  • Greenfield, IN
  • 8 days ago
  • Greenfield, IN
  • 8 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: The Technician Sterile Processing II performs disinfection and sterilization of supplies, instruments and equipment....

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Sterile Processing Technician I - West Hospital - Full Time Evenings

  • Indiana University Health
  • Avon, IN
  • 9 days ago
  • Avon, IN
  • 9 days ago

Job Description Overview Check out the link below for a deeper look into the Sterile Processing career path* Sterile processing demands attention to detail & commitment to patient care | IU Health Position...

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Central Processing Technician - Evening Shift

  • Good Samaritan
  • Vincennes, IN
  • 10 days ago
  • Vincennes, IN
  • 10 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS Job Specifications: Education: High school education Certification: Certification in sterile processing or Scrub Technician preferred Experience: Prefer previous hospital or healthcare...

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Sterile Processing Technician II

  • Indiana University Health
  • Muncie, IN
  • 11 days ago
  • Muncie, IN
  • 11 days ago

Provides orientation and training to the Sterile Processing Staff....

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Sterile Processing Tech II

  • Community Health System
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 11 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 11 days ago

Oversees the collection, decontamination, processing, sterilization, storage, and distribution of non-disposable instruments and equipment....

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Sterile Processing Technician

  • Parkview Health
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 14 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 14 days ago

Completion of a Sterile Processing Certification program preferred....

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285115 - Technician-Sterile Processing II

  • Indiana University Health Bloomington Hospital
  • Muncie, IN
  • 15 days ago
  • Muncie, IN
  • 15 days ago

Cleans, wraps, sterilizes, stores and distributes equipment, supplies, instruments and endoscopes used in patient care. Provides orientation and training to the Sterile Processing Staff....

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Sterile Processing Technician I

  • Indiana University Health Bloomington Hospital
  • Fishers, IN
  • 16 days ago
  • Fishers, IN
  • 16 days ago

**Click the link below to discover more about the Sterile Processing career path** IU Health Sterile Processing Do you enjoy helping others but prefer to stay behind the scenes?...

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Sterile Processing Manager

  • Beacon Health System
  • South Bend, IN
  • 16 days ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 16 days ago

Must have or obtain a thorough knowledge of decontamination, preparation, sterilization, packaging and distribution of sterile and non-sterile surgical supplies, equipment and instruments for the Sterile...

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Salary for Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Indiana

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Highest Education Level

Sterile Supply Technicians in Indiana offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
27.9%
Associate's Degree
22.4%
Bachelor's Degree
21.9%
High School or GED
19.6%
Master's Degree
4.2%
Some College
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.3%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sterile Supply Technicians in Indiana
1-2 years
39.2%
None
24.9%
Less than 1 year
18.2%
4-6 years
14.6%
2-4 years
3.0%


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