Instrument Technician Assistant Non-Union

Overview

UnityPoint Health - Allen Hospital 

Instrument Technician Assistant - Sterile Processing 

PRN - As needed

Dedicated healthcare support professional with a strong commitment to patient safety, quality standards, and efficient workflow operations. Experienced in assisting with the cleaning, disinfection, transport, preparation, and handling of surgical instruments and medical equipment while maintaining compliance with infection control guidelines and regulatory requirements. Recognized for strong attention to detail, teamwork, organization, and the ability to work effectively in fast-paced healthcare environments. Works collaboratively with Sterile Processing staff and clinical teams to support safe, high-quality patient care and operational excellence.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.   

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, inspect, and prepare surgical instruments and equipment following manufacturer guidelines and infection prevention standards.  
• Operate washer/disinfectors and other decontamination equipment to ensure safe, effective instrument processing.  
• Accurately assemble instrument trays using count sheets and tray content lists.  
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness and functionality, removing damaged items and coordinating repairs as needed.  
• Perform sterilization and high-level disinfection using steam, vaporized hydrogen peroxide, and other approved methods.  
• Configure, test, monitor, and maintain sterilization equipment to ensure optimal performance and regulatory compliance.  
• Maintain organized, sterile storage and work areas that support safe handling and distribution of supplies.  
• Deliver processed instruments and supplies to designated storage locations for timely clinical use.  
• Complete detailed documentation throughout the reprocessing cycle to ensure traceability, quality assurance, and compliance.  
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and stay current on sterilization, infection prevention, and industry best practices. 

Qualifications

Education: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.  

Experience: 

• At least one (1) year of sterile processing experience is preferred.  

License(s)/Certification(s):  

• IL & IA Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required within 90 days of hire. 
• IL & IA Adult Dependent Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required within 90 days of hire.