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UnityPoint Health·Dubuque Finley Hospital · Dubuque, IA

Sterile Processing Technician I

Surgical TechFull timeMon–Fri · Days
iPosting details
ScheduleDays · Weekends · 40 h/wk · Full time
RequirementsBLS
EducationHS diploma/GED
Experience1+ years preferred
SourceUnityPoint Health · posted Sep 29, 2026
✓Requirements
Certifications
✓Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association required .
✓IL & IA Adult Dependent Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required within 90 days of hire.
Certified Registered Central Service Technician – The Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or Central Sterile Processing Distribution Tech (CSPDT) – Certified Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution Inc. (CBSPD) preferred.
Education
✓High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Qualifications
✓IL & IA Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required within 90 days of hire.
At least one (1) year of sterile processing experience is preferred.
+Benefits
✓401(k) with match
✓Paid time off
✓Tuition assistance
✓Paid parental leave
✓Life and disability insurance
+Dubuque Finley Hospital
2surgical tech roles open
DubuqueIA · 144 mi to Milwaukee
Pay for this position
Estimated
$36/hr$36/hr · typical surgical tech pay in Iowa
Typical surgical tech pay in Iowa
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✓You’ll need
Certifications
✓Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association required .
✓IL & IA Adult Dependent Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required within 90 days of hire.
Certified Registered Central Service Technician – The Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or Central Sterile Processing Distribution Tech (CSPDT) – Certified Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution Inc. (CBSPD) preferred.
Education
✓High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Qualifications
✓IL & IA Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required within 90 days of hire.
At least one (1) year of sterile processing experience is preferred.
+Benefits
401(k) with matchPaid time offTuition assistancePaid parental leave

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About the role

Decontaminate, clean, inspect, and prepare surgical instruments and equipment following manufacturer guidelines and infection prevention standards.

What you’ll do
Decontaminate, clean, inspect, andDecontaminate, clean, inspect, and prepare surgical instruments and equipment following manufacturer guidelines and infection prevention standards
Operate washer/disinfectors and otherOperate washer/disinfectors and other decontamination equipment to ensure safe, effective instrument processing
Accurately assemble instrument traysAccurately assemble instrument trays using count sheets and tray content lists
Inspect instruments for cleanlinessInspect instruments for cleanliness and functionality, removing damaged items and coordinating repairs as needed
Perform sterilization and high-levelPerform sterilization and high-level disinfection using steam, vaporized hydrogen peroxide, and other approved methods