Sterile Processing Technician (Sign-On Bonus)

Job overview

The Sterile Processing Technician (Sign-On Bonus) is an onsite, full-time position in Machias, ME, with a starting pay rate of $22 per hour and a $1,000 sign-on bonus paid after successful completion of the 90-day probationary period. The role supports Central Service at Down East Community Hospital. The technician decontaminates, cleans, processes, and sterilizes supplies and equipment. Accurate preparation, testing, documentation, and handling help ensure sterile items are ready for use and support the hospital’s quality and safety practices.

What you'll do

• Operate and inspect sterilizers
• perform and record biological and chemical tests when assigned
• process contaminated instruments and supplies
• package items for sterilization according to instructions
• assemble trays
• store supplies
• deliver surgical supplies and fill requisitions
• maintain records and follow safety and compliance procedures.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

sterile processing technician

full-time

machias me

down east community hospital

central service

instrument processing

sterilization

autoclave

aseptic technique

hospital

$22/hr

$1,000 sign-on bonus

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

$1,000 sign-on bonus after the 90-day probationary period; certification preferred, with CRCST and CER certifications required within one year if not already certified.

About the employer

Down East Community Hospital is hiring for this role. Industry: Home Health Care Services. Sector: 62.