Entry Level Sterile Processing Tech Jobs
New grad sterile processing tech jobs connect recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience to a field where completing a recognized certification program or hands-on internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Endeavor Health, Olmsted Medical Center, and UCHealth hiring at this level now.
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Location: Milwaukee, WI
Facility: St. Francis Hospital
Department: Sterile Processing
Schedule: Full-time | Day Shift
Your future role at a glance:
How you'll make an impact in this role:
- Operate all sterilizing equipment following regulation directives.
- Assemble and maintain specific surgical instruments utilized throughout the facility.
- Inventory and reorder instruments and supplies.
- Perform all required quality assurance tests on equipment and maintains daily records.
What minimum qualifications you'll need:
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
- Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) Preferred.
- Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) Preferred.
Education:
- High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
- Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
What additional requirements you'll need:
- 40 hours a week | M-F | 7 AM - 3:30 PM | Rotating weekends and holidays when necessary
- Must obtain CRCST certification within 1 year.
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity:
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal employment opportunity employer:
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-Verify statement
Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.
Benefits:
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Various health insurance options & wellness plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Facility: St. Francis Hospital
Department: Sterile Processing
Schedule: Full-time | Day Shift
Your future role at a glance:
How you'll make an impact in this role:
- Operate all sterilizing equipment following regulation directives.
- Assemble and maintain specific surgical instruments utilized throughout the facility.
- Inventory and reorder instruments and supplies.
- Perform all required quality assurance tests on equipment and maintains daily records.
What minimum qualifications you'll need:
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
- Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) Preferred.
- Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) Preferred.
Education:
- High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
- Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
What additional requirements you'll need:
- 40 hours a week | M-F | 7 AM - 3:30 PM | Rotating weekends and holidays when necessary
- Must obtain CRCST certification within 1 year.
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity:
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal employment opportunity employer:
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-Verify statement
Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.
Benefits:
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Various health insurance options & wellness plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
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Entry Level Sterile Processing Tech Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level sterile processing tech job?
Complete a sterile processing certification through a program accredited by the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management or a comparable body, since most employers at this level treat certification as a baseline requirement. Hands-on externship hours completed during your training program give you a concrete edge, and candidates who can demonstrate familiarity with decontamination protocols, instrument inspection, and sterilization methods move to the top of entry level shortlists faster than those with general healthcare experience alone.
Which companies hire entry level sterile processing techs?
Companies hiring entry level sterile processing techs right now include Endeavor Health, Olmsted Medical Center, and UCHealth, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. At this level, hiring is concentrated among hospital systems, ambulatory surgery centers, and healthcare staffing agencies that build their technician pipelines from newly certified and recent graduate candidates.
Are there remote entry level sterile processing tech jobs?
Yes, though remote opportunities are limited given that sterile processing work is almost entirely hands-on and facility-based. About 0% of entry level sterile processing tech openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those listings typically involve training coordination, supply chain support, or administrative roles adjacent to the core technical function rather than direct instrument reprocessing work.
Are these new grad sterile processing tech jobs?
Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior sterile processing tech roles alongside other entry level listings. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts externship or clinical rotation hours in place of paid work history, or explicitly notes that it will train the right candidate, making it accessible to anyone who has completed their certification program but has not yet held a full-time position.
Which industries hire the most entry level sterile processing techs?
Entry Level sterile processing tech roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate procedure-heavy environments with continuous instrument turnover, creating steady demand for certified technicians who are ready to work under supervision from their first day on the job.