Sterile Processing Tech Jobs
Sterile Processing Tech jobs are open across hospitals, surgical centers, and outpatient clinics, from entry-level technician to lead and supervisor, with specializations in instrument decontamination, sterilization processing, and operating room support. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Overview:
UCI Health is one of California’s largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. Established on July 1, 1976, UCI Health has grown into a 1,461-bed health system that includes UCI Health — Orange, UCI Health — Irvine, four Community Network hospitals and a growing network of ambulatory care centers across Orange and Los Angeles counties.
As Orange County’s only academic health systems, UCI Health is home to the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center based in the county, the region’s only American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, American College of Emergency Physicians Gold Level 1 Geriatric Emergency Department and a nationally recognized regional burn center verified by the American Burn Association. Powered by UC Irvine, UCI Health serves 5.6 million people across Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County through excellence in patient care, research and medical education.
Position Summary:
Under the supervision of the Director of Surgical Services and/or Clinical Nurse Manager, the Central Supply Instrument Technician cares for instruments and supplies by cleaning, organizing, and wrapping them in approved manner conducive to sterilization and disinfection techniques.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties
- Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System
- Knowledge of Instruments and their care
- Knowledge of approved sterilization packaging requirements
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms
- Central Supply Technician Certification
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
TOTAL REWARDS
We offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
- Background Check and Live Scan
- Employment Misconduct*
- Legal Right to Work in the United States
- Vaccination Policies
- Smoking and Tobacco Policy
- Drug Free Environment
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.
- California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
- E-Verify
- Pre-Placement Health Evaluation
Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
CLOSING STATEMENT:
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at eec@uci.edu or at (949) 824-0500, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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Who's Hiring
- US Department of Veterans Affairs28U
- University of Maryland Medical System9

- Endeavor Health7

- Advocate Aurora Health7

- Prisma Health6

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services43
- Education4
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in sterile processing tech jobs.
- CRCST certification through IAHCSMM or equivalent credentialing body
- Experience with decontamination, sterilization, and high-level disinfection procedures
- Knowledge of steam, ETO, hydrogen peroxide, and other sterilization modalities
- Ability to identify and inspect surgical instruments and reusable medical devices
- Familiarity with instrument tracking software and sterile processing documentation systems
- High school diploma or GED, with on-the-job or vocational training in central service
Tips for Your Sterile Processing Tech Job Search
List every certification on your resume
Spell out your CRCST, CIS, or CHL credentials with the issuing body and expiration date. Many applicant tracking systems filter for these exact terms, so a resume that says only 'certified' may never surface in a recruiter's results.
Tailor your resume to the facility type
A Level I trauma center and an outpatient surgery center look for different things. Highlight high-volume OR case loads for hospital roles and turnaround speed for smaller facilities. One resume rarely fits both well.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists sterile processing tech openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target job titles beyond the obvious ones
Search for 'central service technician,' 'CS tech,' and 'surgical instrument technician' alongside 'sterile processing tech.' Facilities post the same role under different titles, and missing one term means missing whole batches of openings.
Prepare for a competency demonstration at the interview
Many hiring managers ask candidates to walk through a decontamination or wrapping procedure step by step, or to identify instruments by name. Refresh your knowledge of biological indicators, sterilization parameters, and loaner instrument protocols before you go in.
Negotiate shift differential as part of your offer
Sterile processing roles run around the clock, and evening, night, and weekend differentials can meaningfully change your total compensation. Ask about differential rates before you accept, and confirm whether on-call hours are included.
Sterile Processing Tech Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most sterile processing techs?
The most active employers for sterile processing techs right now are US Department of Veterans Affairs, University of Maryland Medical System, and Endeavor Health, and the most openings are in California, Florida, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is strongest at large health systems and multi-site surgical center networks.
How many sterile processing tech jobs are remote?
About 6% of sterile processing tech openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that most tasks require hands-on work with physical instruments and sterile environments. The sub-areas most likely to offer any remote component are training coordination, documentation auditing, and sterile processing education roles.
How do you become a sterile processing tech?
Earn a high school diploma or GED, then complete a sterile processing certificate program at a community college or vocational school, or get on-the-job training through a hospital. Pursue CRCST certification through IAHCSMM after meeting the required hours of hands-on experience. Many facilities require or strongly prefer certification before hiring, so completing it early strengthens your candidacy.
Can you get hired as a sterile processing tech with no experience?
Yes, entry-level sterile processing tech roles exist at hospitals and surgical centers that train candidates on the job, especially for overnight and weekend shifts that are harder to fill. Completing even a short certificate program before applying signals commitment and covers core terminology. Volunteering or shadowing in a central service department can also give you a conversational edge in the interview.
What does the sterile processing tech interview process look like?
Most hiring processes include a phone screen with HR, followed by an in-person or video interview with the sterile processing supervisor or department manager. Interviewers typically ask about your familiarity with sterilization modalities, instrument identification, and how you handle a contaminated load. Some facilities add a practical skills assessment or a department tour where they observe how you discuss workflow and safety protocols.
Where can I find and apply to sterile processing tech jobs?
You can find and apply to sterile processing tech jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from hospitals, surgical centers, and outpatient facilities across the United States. Search for roles that match your certifications, shift preferences, and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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