Entry Level Instrument Supervisor Jobs
New grad instrument supervisor jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or hands-on technical training can matter more than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Distribution & Wholesale, and Medical Devices, with employers like Starkey, LCMC Health, and Cardinal Health hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.
As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.
UC Health is an EEO employer.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Instrument Processing Technician provides cleaning, decontamination, assembly processing and sterilization of instruments, trays and endoscopes. Also assembles case carts with needed surgical supplies.
Performs decontamination functions:
- Disassembles, cleans and disinfects instruments and equipment used for patient care utilizing correct manual and mechanical processes
- Operates equipment used in decontamination process, i.e. sonic washer, cart washers, washer sterilizers, and decontaminators
- Unloads case carts containing soiled instruments and places in designated area
- Performs cleaning tasks in work area as assigned
- Uses universal precautions when working in decontamination area, i.e. gloves, face shield, protective gown
- Utilizes computer system to track instruments and case cart
Assembles instrument trays and packs:
- Unloads instruments from washer sterilizers and distributes to appropriate workstations
- Assembles instrument trays and packs utilizing written instructions and proper protocol
- Applies sterilization wrappers properly to maintain integrity of the contents
- Utilizes heat sealer on packs as needed
- Each item is identified correctly on the outside packaging of each item
- Transports trays to sterilization area
- Consistent use of the barcode technology to track productivity
- Use of computerized instrument tracking system to validate tray production against online list/error proofing systems to ensure accuracy of assembly
Operates sterilizers, documents loads, and returns stock to appropriate area:
- Loads trays, packs, and basins onto sterilizer loading rack, utilizing correct procedures
- Able to operate each type of sterilizer (e.g. Steam, Plasma, Steris) per manufacturer’s instructions and departmental guidelines and policies
- Accurately documents all sterilization information
- Biological monitoring is completed per departmental policy
- Sterile supplies are handled properly and restocked in sterile storage area
- Rotates sterile supplies and inventories for expiration dates as required
- Maintains assigned work area and equipment in a clean and organized condition to maintain required safety standards for handling sterilized and clean materials and to maintain a safe work environment
Assembles case carts per departmental procedures:
- Produces pick sheets from computer
- Able to pull instruments and sterile supplies per pick sheet accurately and completely
Other duties as assigned:
- Active participant in QA activities
- Assists with training of other associates
- Attends departmental in-services and mandatory meetings
- Acts as a liaison between Sterile Processing and all customers and communicates in a courteous manner
- Makes effective use of time and is able to distinguish between low and high priority activities
- Delivers equipment and supplies to various departments as needed
- Able to fulfill on-call requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree preferred.
LICENSE & CERTIFICATION:
None required; CRST Certification within 1 year of employment preferred.
Experience:
No experience required, 1 year of experience preferred.
INTRODUCTION
At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.
As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.
UC Health is an EEO employer.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Instrument Processing Technician provides cleaning, decontamination, assembly processing and sterilization of instruments, trays and endoscopes. Also assembles case carts with needed surgical supplies.
Performs decontamination functions:
- Disassembles, cleans and disinfects instruments and equipment used for patient care utilizing correct manual and mechanical processes
- Operates equipment used in decontamination process, i.e. sonic washer, cart washers, washer sterilizers, and decontaminators
- Unloads case carts containing soiled instruments and places in designated area
- Performs cleaning tasks in work area as assigned
- Uses universal precautions when working in decontamination area, i.e. gloves, face shield, protective gown
- Utilizes computer system to track instruments and case cart
Assembles instrument trays and packs:
- Unloads instruments from washer sterilizers and distributes to appropriate workstations
- Assembles instrument trays and packs utilizing written instructions and proper protocol
- Applies sterilization wrappers properly to maintain integrity of the contents
- Utilizes heat sealer on packs as needed
- Each item is identified correctly on the outside packaging of each item
- Transports trays to sterilization area
- Consistent use of the barcode technology to track productivity
- Use of computerized instrument tracking system to validate tray production against online list/error proofing systems to ensure accuracy of assembly
Operates sterilizers, documents loads, and returns stock to appropriate area:
- Loads trays, packs, and basins onto sterilizer loading rack, utilizing correct procedures
- Able to operate each type of sterilizer (e.g. Steam, Plasma, Steris) per manufacturer’s instructions and departmental guidelines and policies
- Accurately documents all sterilization information
- Biological monitoring is completed per departmental policy
- Sterile supplies are handled properly and restocked in sterile storage area
- Rotates sterile supplies and inventories for expiration dates as required
- Maintains assigned work area and equipment in a clean and organized condition to maintain required safety standards for handling sterilized and clean materials and to maintain a safe work environment
Assembles case carts per departmental procedures:
- Produces pick sheets from computer
- Able to pull instruments and sterile supplies per pick sheet accurately and completely
Other duties as assigned:
- Active participant in QA activities
- Assists with training of other associates
- Attends departmental in-services and mandatory meetings
- Acts as a liaison between Sterile Processing and all customers and communicates in a courteous manner
- Makes effective use of time and is able to distinguish between low and high priority activities
- Delivers equipment and supplies to various departments as needed
- Able to fulfill on-call requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree preferred.
LICENSE & CERTIFICATION:
None required; CRST Certification within 1 year of employment preferred.
Experience:
No experience required, 1 year of experience preferred.
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Entry Level Instrument Supervisor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level instrument supervisor job?
Start by building hands-on experience through internships, co-ops, or technician roles where you work directly with instrumentation and control systems. Employers at this level look for candidates who understand calibration fundamentals, can read P&IDs, and show familiarity with safety protocols. A relevant associate or bachelor's degree in instrumentation, electrical technology, or a related field gives your application a concrete edge.
Which companies hire entry level instrument supervisors?
Companies hiring entry level instrument supervisors right now include Starkey, LCMC Health, and Cardinal Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring is spread across industrial manufacturers, energy producers, and engineering contractors that run structured onboarding programs and pair new hires with senior supervisors.
Are there remote entry level instrument supervisor jobs?
Yes, though most roles at this level are on-site given the hands-on nature of the work. About 0% of entry level instrument supervisor openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to involve documentation, project coordination, or commissioning support rather than direct field supervision.
Are these new grad instrument supervisor jobs?
Yes, many of these postings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates and candidates with little or no professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically accepts zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-op rotations toward that threshold, and may consider a strong portfolio of technical coursework or hands-on project work in lieu of a full resume.
Which industries hire the most entry level instrument supervisors?
Entry Level instrument supervisor roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Distribution & Wholesale, and Medical Devices, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate continuous processes and facilities that depend on instrumentation and control systems, creating a steady need for supervisory talent at the junior level.