The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Sterile Tech 2
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224
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Sterile Tech 2
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Scope of Position Sterile Supply Technician II is responsible for the basic decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instruments required for medical procedures. This role ensures that surgical instruments are cleaned, processed, and stored properly to maintain patient safety and prevent infections. Sterile Supply Technician II functions as an essential member of the Central Sterile Processing team and supports multiple reprocessing sites across the Medical Center.
Position Summary Sterile Supply Technician II performs routine tasks associated with the cleaning, inspection, sorting, and sterilization of surgical instruments and equipment. This includes decontaminating reusable instruments, completing post decontamination responsibilities, assembling instrument sets, peel‑packing/wrapping and preparing trays for sterilization, completing the sterilization process, ensuring proper storage, maintaining eyewash stations and records. The role requires adherence to established protocols and standards to support patient safety and efficient surgical procedures. This is an entry level position that works under the supervision of senior sterile processing staff and leadership.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
Prior experience in a healthcare or sterile processing setting preferred but not required.
Graduation from an approved instrument processing training program preferred.
Must maintain knowledge of sterile processing best practices, safety protocols, and hospital policies.
Required Qualifications – Physical Abilities
Ability to stand for extended periods, lift heavy trays and equipment (up to 50 lbs.), and perform repetitive tasks.
Manual dexterity and hand‑eye coordination to handle delicate surgical instruments.
Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
Physical, Visual, and Mental Requirements
Lift or carry objects of 40 lbs. or less.
Stand and walk for long periods.
Stoop, crouch, and kneel while obtaining and storing instrumentation.
Reach, handle, and use finger dexterity while processing instrumentation.
See far and near.
Environmental conditions may include variations in temperature, noise, odors, and multi‑stimuli.
Pressure from high‑volume census to meet deadlines for obtaining adequate instrumentation from vendors.
Extensive people contact and interruptions.
Constantly stand and walk; frequently stoop, crouch, and twist; occasionally kneel, squat, and sit.
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
Employment Type Full‑time
Seniority Level Entry level
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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Sterile Tech 2
role at
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center .
Internal job search is available to current employees and students via Workday.
Scope of Position Sterile Supply Technician II is responsible for the basic decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instruments required for medical procedures. This role ensures that surgical instruments are cleaned, processed, and stored properly to maintain patient safety and prevent infections. Sterile Supply Technician II functions as an essential member of the Central Sterile Processing team and supports multiple reprocessing sites across the Medical Center.
Position Summary Sterile Supply Technician II performs routine tasks associated with the cleaning, inspection, sorting, and sterilization of surgical instruments and equipment. This includes decontaminating reusable instruments, completing post decontamination responsibilities, assembling instrument sets, peel‑packing/wrapping and preparing trays for sterilization, completing the sterilization process, ensuring proper storage, maintaining eyewash stations and records. The role requires adherence to established protocols and standards to support patient safety and efficient surgical procedures. This is an entry level position that works under the supervision of senior sterile processing staff and leadership.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
Prior experience in a healthcare or sterile processing setting preferred but not required.
Graduation from an approved instrument processing training program preferred.
Must maintain knowledge of sterile processing best practices, safety protocols, and hospital policies.
Required Qualifications – Physical Abilities
Ability to stand for extended periods, lift heavy trays and equipment (up to 50 lbs.), and perform repetitive tasks.
Manual dexterity and hand‑eye coordination to handle delicate surgical instruments.
Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
Physical, Visual, and Mental Requirements
Lift or carry objects of 40 lbs. or less.
Stand and walk for long periods.
Stoop, crouch, and kneel while obtaining and storing instrumentation.
Reach, handle, and use finger dexterity while processing instrumentation.
See far and near.
Environmental conditions may include variations in temperature, noise, odors, and multi‑stimuli.
Pressure from high‑volume census to meet deadlines for obtaining adequate instrumentation from vendors.
Extensive people contact and interruptions.
Constantly stand and walk; frequently stoop, crouch, and twist; occasionally kneel, squat, and sit.
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
Employment Type Full‑time
Seniority Level Entry level
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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