Sterile Processing Technician

Sterile Processing TechnicianAt PeaceHealth, every role contributes to our mission of providing compassionate, community-centered healthcare. As a Sterile Processing Technician at Sacred Heart Medical Center – Riverbend in Springfield, Oregon, you'll play a critical part in ensuring safe surgeries and excellent patient outcomes by cleaning, assembling, and sterilizing the instruments that keep our clinical teams moving.In this full-time, evening-shift position (1.00 FTE), you'll join a highly skilled, mission-driven team committed to quality, collaboration, and respect. This role is represented by a collective bargaining agreement, and multiple openings may be available.Compensation: $23.47 – $34.82 per hour Hiring rate based on education, experience, training, certification, and collective bargaining factors.Essential FunctionsResponsible for the coordination, assembly and distribution of supplies, equipment and instruments for surgical cases.Re-stocking inventory.Cleaning, decontaminating, disassembling and sterilizing instruments and supplies.Operate a variety of sterilization equipment.Clean and maintain department equipment.Performs other duties as assigned.QualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma Preferred: or equivalentExperiencePreferred: Completion of a National Central Service Technician course and/or six months experience as a Sterile Process TechnicianCredentialsRequired: within 1 Year Natl Sterile Processing/Distribution Certification Certification from IAHCSMM, as a Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST), or certification from CBSPD as a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Tech (CSPDT) or other nationally recognized certifying body. andRequired: within 1 Year CER Certified Endoscope Reprocessor if working in PHMG andSkillsBasic computer skills including MS Office applications. (Required)Demonstrated proficiency in verbal and written communications. (Required)Department / Location Specific NotesA minimum of three (3) months' experience as a Sterile Processing Technician required or three (3) month's experience as a Veterinary Technician, Dental Technician, Surgical Support Aide, or other medical related technician role whose responsibilities included cleaning, decontaminating, and sterilizing surgical instrumentation.Working ConditionsLifting: Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment, frequently.Lift/Carry: Frequently up to 25 lbs.Push/Pull: Frequently up to 10 lbs. force.Reaching frequently.Squat/kneel occasionally.Environmental ConditionsExposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.Mental/VisualVision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.Why PeaceHealth?We value compassion, respect, inclusion, and teamwork.We honor diversity and strive to practice cultural humility in everything we do.We invest deeply in caregiver well-being—physical, emotional, financial, and spiritual.We offer a workplace where you can grow your skills, build your career, and feel proud of the impact you make every day.Total Rewards & BenefitsFull medical, dental, and vision coverage403(b) retirement plan with employer base and matching contributionsPaid time off and comprehensive wellness benefitsEmployer-paid life and disability insurance with optional buy-up coverageTuition reimbursement & continuing education supportExpanded mental health services and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Life in Springfield, OregonClose proximity to both Eugene's vibrant arts scene and the peaceful hiking trails of the Cascade foothillsFarmer's markets, locally roasted coffee, and year-round outdoor recreationA warm, welcoming community with a small-town feels and big-city amenities just minutes awayIt's an ideal place to live, work, and explore.