Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Wisconsin

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 Technician

  • ThedaCare
  • Berlin, WI
  • 5 hours ago
  • Berlin, WI
  • 5 hours ago

Summary : The Sterile Processing Technician performs and participates in decontaminating, cleaning, assembling, packaging, sterilizing, tracking, storing, and distributing reusable surgical instrumentation...

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Medical Supply Tech (Sterile Processing)

  • Veterans Health Administration
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 day ago

The Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) provides sterilization, preparation, supply items and reusable medical equipment decontamination and distribution support for the medical center....

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Sterile Processing Technician

  • SSM Health
  • Sun Prairie, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Sun Prairie, WI
  • 1 day ago

Job Responsibilities and Requirements: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Performs decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers and equipment according to established protocols....

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Sterile Processing Tech

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 day 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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Associate Sterile Processing Technician

  • Marshfield Clinic
  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 2 days ago

To succeed as a Sterile Processing Technician you should have an understanding of medical terminology, customer service, and good communication skills....

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Sterile Processing Technician

  • Marshfield Clinic
  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 2 days ago

To succeed as a Sterile Processing Technician you should have an understanding of medical terminology, customer service, and good communication skills....

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Sterile Processing Technician

  • Advocate Aurora Health
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 2 days ago

Department: 37719 AMC Kenosha - Sterile Processing Services Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 32 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 8 Hour Shifts 2nd shift - 1PM-9:30PM...

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Sterile Processing Technician

  • Sanford Health
  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 2 days ago

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in Americas heartland....

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Associate Sterile Processing Technician

  • Sanford Health
  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 2 days ago

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in Americas heartland....

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Sterile Processing Technician

  • Ascension Health
  • Brookfield, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Brookfield, WI
  • 2 days ago

Perform decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers and equipment according to instructions for use (IFUs) and established protocols....

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Sterile Processing Technician I

  • Advocate Aurora Health
  • West Allis, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • West Allis, WI
  • 2 days ago

Department: 37719 Aurora West Allis Medical Center - Sterile Processing Services Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Full-time, Sunday...

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Medical Supply Tech (Sterile Processing)

  • Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
  • Green Bay, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • Green Bay, WI
  • 4 days ago

Processing) provides sterilization - preparation - supply items and reusable medical equipment decontamination and distribution support for the medical center Major Duties: -Receives contaminated critical...

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Sterile Processing Technician - Flex Days - St. Marys Hospital Superior

  • Essentia Health
  • Superior, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Superior, WI
  • 5 days ago

Sterile Processing Technician - Flex Days - St....

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Sterile Processing Technician I

  • Aurora Healthcare
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 6 days ago

Receives soiled and contaminated items in decontamination area....

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Sterile Processing Technician - Flex Days - St. Mary's Hospital Superior

  • Essentia Health
  • Superior, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • Superior, WI
  • 7 days ago

Building Location: St Marys Hospital Superior Department: 2013400 SURGERY - SMHS HOSP Job Description: Essentia Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to serve at St....

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Salary for Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Wisconsin

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Highest Education Level

Sterile Supply Technicians in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin
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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