Building Location:

32nd Avenue Building

Department:

3013490 STERILE PROCESSING - 32ND HOSP

Job Description:

Essentia Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to serve at our 32nd Avenue Fargo Hospital in Fargo, North Dakota. This employee works 40 hours weekly on the evening shift. The schedule is Monday through Friday with rotating holidays. There are no weekend or on-call obligations. Evening shift is 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm. A $5000 sign-on bonus is available, minus applicable taxes, paying $2500 after 30 days of employment with a 2-year commitment, and a second $2500 payment after 2 years of employment.

Education Qualifications:

No educational requirements.

About Essentia Health:

At Essentia Health, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows in the care you provide. Driven by our mission to make a healthy difference in people’s lives, our clinical and support teams come together every day to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to the communities we are privileged to serve. Here, you’ll find an award-winning culture built around genuine work-life balance, long-term stability, and the resources you need to continually grow your career. See why Essentia Health is truly like nowhere else: https://vimeo.com/284233541

Why Choose Sterile Processing?

As a sterile processing professional at Essentia Health–Fargo, you serve as the critical foundation of surgical excellence for the region’s trusted Level II Trauma Center and tertiary care hospital. Working in a modern, fast-paced department powered by advanced sterilization and instrument tracking systems, you will manage a wide-ranging, high-acuity surgical portfolio supporting everything from open-heart and orthopedic procedures to specialized pediatric and robotic surgeries. Backed by a collaborative, mission-driven team culture, dedicated support for professional certification, and genuine opportunities for career advancement, you’ll enjoy the stability, competitive benefits, and community focus of Essentia Health—playing a vital, behind-the-scenes role in ensuring the safety and successful outcomes of patients across eastern North Dakota and northwestern Minnesota.

What You'll Do:

Responsible for the reprocessing of reusable surgical instruments and patient care equipment for use in surgery and throughout various nursing units. Plays a vital role in ensuring clean, safe, sterile instruments and equipment are available to hospital staff for use in patient care.

In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring all surgical instruments and medical equipment are properly decontaminated, inspected, assembled, sterilized, and distributed in a safe and timely manner. Your work is critical to supporting patient safety and high-quality surgical care. Key responsibilities include:

• Perform decontamination of surgical instruments and equipment according to established protocols
• Inspect, test, and assemble instrument trays accurately following count sheets and manufacturer instructions (IFUs)
• Operate sterilization equipment including steam and low-temperature systems
• Monitor and document sterilization cycles using biological, chemical, and mechanical indicators
• Maintain accurate records and instrument tracking documentation
• Ensure proper storage and distribution of sterile supplies
• Identify and remove damaged or malfunctioning instruments
• Follow all infection control, safety, and PPE guidelines
• Collaborate with surgical teams to meet case cart and instrument needs

Qualifications

Basic knowledge of sterile processing practices or willingness to learn. Ability to read and interpret instructions and tray lists. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Previous experience in sterile processing or healthcare is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Strong time management and prioritization skills. Team-oriented with effective communication skills. Knowledge of infection prevention practices.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Hospital setting. Exposure to biohazard materials and cleaning chemicals. Prolonged standing, walking, bending, and lifting (up to 50 lbs). Ability to perform repetitive tasks requiring manual dexterity.

Wage Range:

Tech I (non-certified): $18.16-$27.24 based on experience. Tech II (certified): $19.28-$28.92 based on experience.

Employees scheduled 24+ hours weekly enjoy these benefits:

• Health insurance and HSA or FSA accounts
• Dental and vision insurance
• Supplemental insurances—critical illness, accident, & hospital indemnity
• Paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life insurance
• Supplemental life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual and 7 paid holidays per year
• Paid parental leave after one year
• Adoption assistance after one year
• Bereavement & Jury Duty (all regularly scheduled employees)

All employees, including casual, enjoy these benefits:

• Take Charge (employee wellness program)
• Guidance Resources (free confidential counseling)
• Employee discount program
• 401(k) retirement account (traditional & Roth)
• 401(k) matching & discretionary contributions (subject to service requirements)
• DailyPay available to all employees

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Tech I: Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) within 2 years of hire. Tech II: Current certification as a CRCST with the HSPA or as a CSPDT with the CPSPD.

FTE:

1

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

No

Shift Rotation:

Evening Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

3:00 pm

Shift End Time:

11:30 pm

Weekends:

No

Holidays:

Yes

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

No

Union Posting Deadline:

Not applicable

Compensation Range:

$18.16 - $27.24

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:

At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.