Sterile processing technicians jobs in the United States (1,494 jobs)

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Counted Nov 8, 2026

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Open jobs: 1,494
Employers: 383

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payUSD / hour: $24.51Across 225 listings
Average starting payUSD / week: $1,306Across 140 listings

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Where work happens

Remote: <1%3 listings
Hybrid: 0%0 listings
On-site: 10%153 listings

Not specified: 90% (1,338 listings)

Employers hiring include HCA Healthcare (97), Kaiser Permanente (41), Triage Staffing (37).

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Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

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Sterile processing technicians jobs in the United States

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Sterile Processing Technician
AMN Healthcare
Saint Paul, MN
- $1,475 to $1,550 USD / week
This outstanding facility is looking for the right Sterile Processing Technician to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of…
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Sterile Processing Technician - Nights
GWV Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center
Wilkes-Barre, PA
…School Diploma or GED, CRCST certification through Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) required within 18…
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Sterile Processing Technician
Lahey Clinic Hospital, Inc.
United States
Under the general guidance and direction of the CSP Operations Supervisor, Lead Sterile Processing Technician, the Sterile Processing Technician 1 utilizes entry level skill sets to enact…
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Temporary Sterile Processing Technician II
County of Riverside
Moreno Valley, CA
- $20.99 to $28.05 USD / hour
The County of Riverside's Human Resources Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) is seeking a Temporary Sterile Processing Technician I to support Riverside University Health System, Medical…
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Cert Sterile Processing Technician
Team Member Services
United States
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Sterile Processing Technician II Evenings
Baylor Scott & White Health
Plano, TX
Specialty/Department/Practice Sterile Processing
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Sterile Processing Technician II
HCA Healthcare
Austin, TX
Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Sterile Processing Technician II you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. David's Medical…
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Sterile Processing Technician
Supplemental Health Care
Lebanon, NH
Supplemental Health Care is hiring Sterile Processing Technicians for contract assignments at partnering Hospitals in Lebanon, New Hampshire.
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Sterile Processing Technician (SPT)
Adelphi Staffing
Tahlequah, OK
Job Title: Sterile Processing Technician (SPT)
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Sterile Processing Technician II
Sutter Outpatient Services LLC
United States
- $38.77 to $54.27 USD / hour
Competently performs standardized instrument processing and decontamination to prevent the spread of infection, illness or disease. Works independently, exercising sound judgment to support…
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STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN (FULL TIME)
Compass Group
Ithaca, NY
- $20.35 to $29.75 USD / hour
- Full-time
We are hiring immediately for full time STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN positions.
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Sterile Processing Technician
Supplemental Health Care
Charleston, SC
Supplemental Health Care is hiring Sterile Processing Technicians for contract assignments at partnering Hospitals in Charleston, South Carolina.
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Sterile Processing Technician I
BJC HealthCare
O'Fallon, MO
- $21 to $27.3 USD / hour
Join the Sterile Processing Team at BJC Healthcare's Progress West Hospital. Progress West Hospital is dedicated to your growth and development. Be a part of an environment where you can…
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Sterile Processing Technician
Emory Healthcare
Atlanta, GA
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Registered Sterile Processing Technician
Mosaic Health System
Saint Joseph, MO
…Qualified to train others and serves as a resource related to Sterile Processing Procedure. Performs appropriate quality…
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Lead Registered Sterile Processing Technician
Mosaic Health System
Saint Joseph, MO
The certified Lead Sterile Processing Technician (C) reports to the OR/SPD Manager. Responsible for the daily operations of the Sterile Processing Department, which includes…
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Sterile Processing Technician
AMN Healthcare
Urbana, IL
- $1,379 to $1,450 USD / week
You must have a high school diploma or equivalent and experience in sterile processing or a related healthcare field. Knowledge of sterilization methods, medical instrument identification,…
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Sterile Processing Technician
United Surgical Partners International Inc (USPI)
Vero Beach, FL
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Certified Sterile Processing Technician
AdventHealth
Chatsworth, GA · Calhoun, GA
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Certified Sterile Processing Technician
AdventHealth
Calhoun, GA
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STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN, FH - STERILE PROCESSING
Froedtert
MILWAUKEE, WI
Under general supervision, performs routine tasks relating to the decontamination, processing, sterilization, and distribution of instruments, equipment and sterile supplies. Operates and…
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Travel Sterile Processing Technician
TotalMed
Charleston, SC
- $976.73 USD / week
We're looking for a Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) for an immediate travel opening in Charleston, SC.
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Sterile Processing Technician II - Sterile Processing - Full-Time 8 Hour Evenings (Non-Exempt) (Union)
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
- $27.45 to $46.68 USD / hour
- Full-time
Under general supervision of the Sterile Processing Supervisor or Sterile Processing Educator, the Sterile Processing Technician (SPT)II serve with basic knowledge of Sterile Processing…
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AdventHealth
La Grange, IL
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Sterile Processing Technician
Ascension Health
Wichita, KS

Houston Methodist

Sterile Processing Technician

The Woodlands, TX, United States

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Job details

Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 24, 2026

Original job description

At Houston Methodist, the Sterile Processing Technician position is responsible for decontamination, assembly, inspection, wrapping, and sterilization of surgical instruments and medical equipment for Surgical Services and all ancillary departments, which includes working in conjunction with the Operating Room (OR) staff to provide timely sterile products, trays, and case carts where applicable. The position maintains consistent and continuous workflow between the OR and Central Service Sterile Processing while practicing excellent customer service.

FLSA STATUS

Non-exempt

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
Formal education through a Sterile Processing program preferred

EXPERIENCE

None

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required

Sterile Processing certification: CRCST or CSPDT within 1 year

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
Independently demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Follows Universal Precautions by wearing the appropriate protective attire while working in the Decontamination area
Exhibits interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers
Ability to utilize basic computer programs such as Microsoft Office and electronic instrument tracking system, if applicable
Demonstrates proper phone etiquette when responding to inquiries made to the department
Maintains patient and family privacy

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Communicates with staff from the interprofessional health care team concerning patient safety to improve outcomes and the safe transition of care through effective assignment and shift handoffs, using a structured format. Communication to promote both work efforts and problem resolution is clear and professional.
Responds positively to requests for assistance. Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment. Makes contributions to the work effort as a whole and uses problem resolution effectively.
Contributes towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e., peer-to-peer accountability.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs decontamination and assembling of basic surgical trays, individual instrumentation and equipment utilizing established count sheets. Wraps or contains items appropriately according to size and type of instrument or equipment.
Provides timely sterile products, trays and case carts, by location, by following guidance of experienced surgical techs, in conjunction with the OR staff.
Sterilizes instruments and surgical trays by following prescribed manufacturer instructions for use and according to institutional policies and procedures.
Organizes workload utilizing available work time by assisting others and performing additional task as needed. Provides consistent and continuous workflow between the OR and Sterile Processing while practicing excellent customer service.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Utilizes appropriate cleaning detergents and agents by reading directions and SDS sheets.
Utilizes all department equipment according to manufacturers’ instructions for use and department policies and protocols.
Ensures through visual inspection that trays have completed the quality process according to AAMI standards for patient use.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, cleaning the workstation at the end of each shift, and minimizing incidental overtime. Utilizes time between heavy workloads efficiently and helps other team members.
Uses department resources efficiently to ensure completeness of trays, instruments and equipment according to count sheets; does not waste supplies.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Understands, applies, and demonstrates industry Sterile Processing standards, i.e., Steam, ETO and Low Temperature Hydrogen Peroxide.
Participates in department projects and Shared Governance committee for department. Follow up on action items as necessary to ensure completion of assignments.
Identifies own learning needs, consults with healthcare team experts, and seeks continuing education opportunities to meet those needs. Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development. Completes and updates the Individual Development Plan on an ongoing basis.

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

Uniform: Yes
Scrubs: Yes
Business professional: No
Other (department approved): No

ON-CALL*

*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

On Call* Yes

TRAVEL**

Travel specifications may vary by department

May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
Formal education through a Sterile Processing program preferred

EXPERIENCE

None

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required

Sterile Processing certification: CRCST or CSPDT within 1 year

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital opened in June 2017. This 725,000-square-foot, full-service, acute-care hospital offers many of the same services as our flagship hospital in the Texas Medical Center. Also, on the beautiful hospital campus, located at the intersection of Interstate 45 and Texas State Highway 242, are two medical office buildings, which include a Breast Care Center; Cancer Center; infusion center; heart and vascular services; neurology; orthopedics and sports medicine; rehabilitation services; wellness services; an outpatient laboratory; and several other multispecialty physician practices. In January 2022, Houston Methodist The Woodlands opened Healing Tower - a $250 million expansion project that added 106 beds, focused on medical-surgical and women’s services, and provided nine operating rooms. The project also included the expansion of the endoscopy center, emergency department and diagnostic imaging department with an enhanced neurodiagnostic and interventional center.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Skills

Assembly
Inspection
Surgical instruments
Medical furniture
Workflow
Customer service
Microsoft Office
Communication skills
Cleaning
Manage time
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