Entry Level Processing Specialist Jobs
New grad processing specialist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship or attention to detail in coursework can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Science & Research, with employers like Ascension, Novant Health, and UCHealth 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 Processing Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level processing specialist job?
Focus on demonstrating accuracy, organization, and the ability to follow structured workflows, since those are the core qualities employers look for at this stage. Highlight any internship experience, data entry work, or administrative coursework on your resume. Certifications in Microsoft Office or basic data management tools can give you an edge, and tailoring your application to show familiarity with documentation or compliance processes helps you stand out against other junior candidates.
Which companies hire entry level processing specialists?
Companies hiring entry level processing specialists right now include Ascension, Novant Health, and UCHealth, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including financial services firms, healthcare organizations, logistics companies, and government contractors that maintain high-volume processing operations and regularly bring on junior staff.
Are there remote entry level processing specialist jobs?
Yes, though on-site roles are more common at this experience level. About 3% of entry level processing specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, giving candidates flexibility depending on the employer and industry. Remote positions tend to appear most often in financial services and insurance, where document processing workflows are well suited to digital environments.
Are these new grad processing specialist jobs?
Yes, many of these openings are new grad roles that welcome recent graduates and junior candidates with little to no professional experience. A posting is typically new-grad friendly when it lists zero to two years of experience as sufficient, accepts internship or volunteer work in place of full-time history, or emphasizes trainability and attention to detail over prior credentials. These roles are a practical first step into the field.
Which industries hire the most entry level processing specialists?
Entry Level processing specialist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at this level because they handle large volumes of applications, claims, records, or transactions that require dedicated junior staff to review, sort, and process accurately under established guidelines.