Hospital Service Technician Jobs in New York
Hospital Service Technician jobs in New York represent one of the most active markets in the country, concentrated in hospital systems, academic medical centers, and large ambulatory care networks at every level from entry-level aide to senior biomedical or sterile processing technician. The heaviest hiring is in New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, where major employers such as NewYork-Presbyterian, Northwell Health, and NYC Health and Hospitals sustain consistent demand. The most sought-after specialties include sterile processing, biomedical equipment servicing, and environmental services support within clinical settings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.
Job Location (Full Address):
10 Miracle Mile Dr, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14623
Opening:
Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type:
Time as Reported / Per Diem
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
As Scheduled
Department:
500497 Ambulatory Surg Ctr-Ortho
Work Shift:
UR - Rotating (United States of America)
Range:
UR URCA 207 H
Compensation Range:
$23.51 - $30.16
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
Prepares instruments, equipment and supplies adhering to principles of sterile techniques utilizing technical knowledge. Responsible for proper care and handling of instruments. Assists the clinical staff by performing assistive/advocacy services in caring for the patient.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Follows policies, protocols, techniques and manufacturer’s guidelines when reprocessing and assembling and maintaining specialized instruments and equipment utilized in the operating room and patient care area.
- Responsible for proper care of instruments and equipment, ensuring utilization is in accordance with manufacturers’ guidelines. Initiates and/or participates in quality assurance and continuous quality monitoring and utilizes results to initiate/recommend changes as indicated.
- Documents required information and maintains records for instruments and equipment.
- Undertakes continuous education and trains in all areas of sterile processing, including decontamination, cleaning, assembly, wrapping, sterilization, and storage processes within all set professional standards and regulations.
- Identifies, pick, distributes supplies and stock items, including equipment requests and delivers to appropriate areas. Monitors stock levels and assists in maintaining inventory levels in sterile processing.
- Responsible for providing biological and chemical test solutions to ensure quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- High School diploma or equivalent and 1 year of experience or completion of REOC Sterile Processing Training Program required
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Previous operating room or medical/surgical experience in a health care facility preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Acceptable communication skills required
- Understand verbal and written instructions required
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- If hired on or after January 1, 2014, candidate must pass a nationally accredited central service exam for central service technicians; and hold and maintain one of the following credentials administered by a nationally accredited central service technician credentialing organization
- CRCST - Certified and Registered Central Service Technician within 1-1/2 years required or
- CSPDT - Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Tech within 1-1/2 years required or
- a substantially equivalent credential within 1-1/2 years required
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.
Job Location (Full Address):
10 Miracle Mile Dr, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14623
Opening:
Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type:
Time as Reported / Per Diem
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
As Scheduled
Department:
500497 Ambulatory Surg Ctr-Ortho
Work Shift:
UR - Rotating (United States of America)
Range:
UR URCA 207 H
Compensation Range:
$23.51 - $30.16
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
Prepares instruments, equipment and supplies adhering to principles of sterile techniques utilizing technical knowledge. Responsible for proper care and handling of instruments. Assists the clinical staff by performing assistive/advocacy services in caring for the patient.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Follows policies, protocols, techniques and manufacturer’s guidelines when reprocessing and assembling and maintaining specialized instruments and equipment utilized in the operating room and patient care area.
- Responsible for proper care of instruments and equipment, ensuring utilization is in accordance with manufacturers’ guidelines. Initiates and/or participates in quality assurance and continuous quality monitoring and utilizes results to initiate/recommend changes as indicated.
- Documents required information and maintains records for instruments and equipment.
- Undertakes continuous education and trains in all areas of sterile processing, including decontamination, cleaning, assembly, wrapping, sterilization, and storage processes within all set professional standards and regulations.
- Identifies, pick, distributes supplies and stock items, including equipment requests and delivers to appropriate areas. Monitors stock levels and assists in maintaining inventory levels in sterile processing.
- Responsible for providing biological and chemical test solutions to ensure quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- High School diploma or equivalent and 1 year of experience or completion of REOC Sterile Processing Training Program required
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Previous operating room or medical/surgical experience in a health care facility preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Acceptable communication skills required
- Understand verbal and written instructions required
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- If hired on or after January 1, 2014, candidate must pass a nationally accredited central service exam for central service technicians; and hold and maintain one of the following credentials administered by a nationally accredited central service technician credentialing organization
- CRCST - Certified and Registered Central Service Technician within 1-1/2 years required or
- CSPDT - Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Tech within 1-1/2 years required or
- a substantially equivalent credential within 1-1/2 years required
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
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Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Hospital Service Technician Job Market in New York
A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Nicholas H. Noyes Memorial Hospital16
- White Plains Hospital9
- NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital6
- NYC Health + Hospitals5
- Massena Hospital4
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services34
- Science & Research6
- Animal Care & Pet Services4
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in hospital service technician jobs across New York.
- High school diploma or GED required by most New York hospital employers
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician credential preferred or required for sterile processing roles
- Prior hospital or clinical facility experience in a direct service or support role
- Ability to meet New York State Department of Health background check requirements
- Physical ability to lift, push, and maneuver equipment across clinical floor environments
- Familiarity with infection control, OSHA safety standards, and hospital sanitation protocols
Hospital Service Technician Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a hospital service technician in New York?
Most hospital service technician roles in New York require a high school diploma and on-the-job or vocational training, with no statewide license mandated for the general role. For sterile processing positions, employers strongly prefer or require the Certified Registered Central Service Technician credential issued by the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management. Biomedical equipment technician roles often require an associate degree in electronics or biomedical technology from a program recognized by a New York community college or technical school.
Which companies hire hospital service technicians in New York?
Employers hiring hospital service technicians in New York right now include Nicholas H. Noyes Memorial Hospital, White Plains Hospital, and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's dense concentration of academic medical centers and large public hospital networks means hiring is steady year-round, with particularly consistent openings across the New York City metro area's integrated health systems.
Which New York cities have the most hospital service technician jobs?
White Plains, Rochester, and New York have the most hospital service technician openings in New York. New York City leads because of its unmatched density of large hospital systems, Level I trauma centers, and public health networks, while Buffalo and Albany anchor regional healthcare hubs that serve upstate populations and draw demand from major academic medical institutions in those metros.
Are there remote hospital service technician jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're rare. Hospital service technician work is largely hands-on and site-specific, requiring physical presence in clinical, sterile, or equipment-servicing environments. About 0% of hospital service technician openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those positions tend to involve administrative coordination, biomedical equipment scheduling, or supply chain support rather than direct floor-level service.
How can I get hired as a hospital service technician in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for an environmental services or patient transport aide role at a large New York hospital system, which serves as a common stepping stone into biomedical or sterile processing tracks. Northwell Health and NYC Health and Hospitals both run structured on-the-job training programs that bring candidates with no prior clinical experience into central service and facilities support roles. Completing a sterile processing certificate program at a New York City community college, such as those offered through the CUNY system, gives applicants a measurable credential that shortens the hiring timeline considerably.
Where can I find and apply to hospital service technician jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to hospital service technician jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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