Deaconess Health System

Sterile Instrument Technician - DAY SHIFT

Deaconess Health System  •  Newburgh, NY (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Step into a critical, fast-paced role where precision and patient safety go hand in hand. As a Sterile Processing Technician, you are responsible for ensuring every surgical instrument and piece of equipment is properly cleaned, decontaminated, sterilized, assembled, and ready for use across the hospital.

Your work directly supports surgeons, procedural teams, and patients by making sure every tray is accurate, complete, and delivered on time. In this role, attention to detail isn’t just important it’s essential. You are a key part of the team that keeps surgical services running safely, efficiently, and without delay.

This is a hands-on, high-accountability environment where your work behind the scenes has a direct impact on patient outcomes every single day.

What You’ll Do

  • Clean, decontaminate, assemble, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment
  • Inspect instruments for cleanliness, function, and accuracy before use
  • Prepare and distribute surgical trays and case carts to clinical departments
  • Follow strict infection prevention and sterilization standards
  • Ensure timely delivery of instruments to support surgical schedules
  • Work closely with SSP leadership and surgical teams to maintain workflow efficiency

Preferred Qualifications

  • CRCST, CIS, CBSPD, or Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification
  • Prior sterile processing, surgical tech, or healthcare experience preferred

Additional Information

Entry-level candidates without certification may start at a lower pay rate, with clear advancement opportunities upon obtaining certification. Training will be provided on day shift (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM).

Deaconess Health System

About Deaconess Health System

Deaconess Health System is the premiere provider of health care services to a population of more than 1.5 million in southwestern Indiana, western Kentucky and southeastern Illinois.  Serving a population of more than 1.5 million residents, the system consists of 20 wholly owned, joint ventured, sponsored or affiliated hospital locations situated throughout the Tri-State. 

Deaconess Health System is the largest employer in the tri-state region, and operates under the direction of a local board, with a local focus. Deaconess is widely recognized for its commitment to excellence. Named the #2 Hospital in Indiana by US News & World Report for the past six years, Deaconess was also named to the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers in 2022 and 2023, 2024 and 2025.

As our organization continues to grow and expand, we welcome skilled, dedicated and compassionate individuals to join us in delivering The Deaconess Difference: putting people at the center of everything we do, making a positive difference in the lives of our patients, families, employees and community.

Browse our site to learn more about our convenient locations, expert services, community involvement, and much more. 

Our commitment to progressive, patient-centered care guides our work every day as our priorities are set and decisions are made with a local focus and direction.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Evansville, IN
Year Founded
1892
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