Central Sterile Processing Associate

Join a Team That Makes a Difference Every Day

UPMC Children’s Hospital is hiring for our Sterile Processing Department in an evening shift role:
Second Shift, Monday–Friday
Includes every other weekend, holiday, and one summer/winter obligation
Training: 10–12 weeks on day shift to build confidence and readiness

This is more than a job—it’s a chance to be the first line of defense in patient care, ensuring safe, sterile instruments for surgeries and procedures across our hospital and clinic network. You’ll thrive in a team-oriented environment that values integrity, responsibility, and a strong work ethic.

✨ Perks & Benefits

• Sign-on bonus up to $5,000
• Clearly defined career ladder
• Supportive, collaborative team culture

Whether you're experienced or just starting out, we welcome you to apply and become a vital part of our mission.

Certified & Experienced (1+ year) Central Sterile Processing Technician hires are eligible for up to a $10,000 sign-on bonus (limited-time enhanced offering)!

️ Role Purpose

Train to perform all duties related to the decontamination, cleaning, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable surgical instruments and equipment—following strict procedures to ensure patient safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize instruments manually and mechanically
• Assemble surgical trays and set up case carts per procedure requirements
• Monitor and document sterilizer parameters; troubleshoot equipment
• Maintain inventory and ensure proper storage and distribution
• Follow infection control, safety, and sterile processing protocols
• Communicate effectively with team members and other departments
• Participate in performance improvement and educational programs
• Demonstrate accountability, time management, and healthy work habits
• Build positive relationships and mentor others
• Uphold UPMC’s Core Values: responsibility, sensitivity, accuracy, timeliness, coordination, and thoroughness

Ready to make a difference every day? Apply now and help us deliver safe, high-quality care to every patient, every time.

• Education/Experience:
  • High school diploma/GED or equivalent with no experience
    OR
  • Currently enrolled in an accredited Surgical Technician or Sterile Processing program (preferred)
    OR
  • 1 year of experience within UPMC
• Continuing Education:
  • Grandfathered technicians (no certification): Must complete 10 hours of continuing education annually to remain qualified.
  • Certified staff: Must complete 10–12 hours of continuing education annually, as required by the certifying body.
  • Staff pending certification (within 18 months of hire): Continuing education not required until certification is obtained.
• Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to stand for the entire shift.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 35 pounds.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Employees in a Central Sterile position on or before 12/27/2020 are grandfathered and do not need certification unless moving to a position that requires it.
• Certification required for employees in PA and NY facilities (MD facilities are excluded).
• New hires in PA and NY have 18 months from hire to obtain certification.

Accepted Certifications:

• Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) 
  OR
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) with Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)
• Act 31, 33, 34, 73 clearances with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran