Sterile Processing Tech Jobs in Michigan
Sterile Processing Tech jobs in Michigan are concentrated in the state's large acute care hospital systems, ambulatory surgical centers, and multi-specialty clinics, with steady demand at every level from entry technician to lead and supervisor. The busiest hiring markets are Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing, where systems like Henry Ford Health, Spectrum Health (now Corewell Health), and Michigan Medicine anchor consistent volume. High-demand specialties include surgical instrument decontamination, rigid and flexible endoscope reprocessing, and central sterile inventory management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Disassembles and decontaminates instruments and equipment to ensure safe handling and proper sterilization. Assembles all instruments and implants according to prescribed hospital procedures and techniques. Sterilizes/disinfects instruments, equipment, linen and supplies using various methods of sterilization/high level disinfection., Provides various departments with additional assistance related to STAT case carts, intubation boxes, PAPR, Wound Vacs, etc. Assigned to a variety of duties and functions in all designated positions in the Main Reprocessing department, SDS Reprocessing and GI Reprocessing: independently. The Reprocessing Technician is able to follow written and oral instructions, as well as communicate effectively verbally and in legible handwriting. Good eyesight and hearing are required skills. This position implements and maintains established Medical Center, Care Center, department/unit standards, policies, and procedures.
Responsibilities:
- Ability to assume charge role in the absence of other supervisory personnel.
- Successful completion of orientation.
- Able to complete competency criteria annually.
- Operates all processing machinery.
- Disassembles and decontaminates instruments and equipment to ensure safe handling and proper sterilization.
- Assembles all instruments and implants according to prescribed hospital procedures and techniques.
- Sterilizes/disinfects instruments, equipment, linen and supplies using various methods of sterilization/high level disinfection.,.
- Assigned to a variety of duties and functions in all designated positions in the Main Reprocessing department, SDS Reprocessing independently.
- The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- Required Credential(s):
- One or more of the following:
- Certified Central Service Tech credentialed from the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) obtained within 18 Months (1 1/2 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
- Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Tech Certification by the Certification Board For Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) obtained within 18 months (1 ½ years) of hire date or job transfer date.
- One or more of the following:
Education:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) required. AND Previous C.S. experience preferred.
Location: Beacon Health System · KAL Sterile Processing
Schedule: Full-time, Evening, 3pm-11:30pm Monday-Friday Rotating Weekends and Holidays
Disassembles and decontaminates instruments and equipment to ensure safe handling and proper sterilization. Assembles all instruments and implants according to prescribed hospital procedures and techniques. Sterilizes/disinfects instruments, equipment, linen and supplies using various methods of sterilization/high level disinfection., Provides various departments with additional assistance related to STAT case carts, intubation boxes, PAPR, Wound Vacs, etc. Assigned to a variety of duties and functions in all designated positions in the Main Reprocessing department, SDS Reprocessing and GI Reprocessing: independently. The Reprocessing Technician is able to follow written and oral instructions, as well as communicate effectively verbally and in legible handwriting. Good eyesight and hearing are required skills. This position implements and maintains established Medical Center, Care Center, department/unit standards, policies, and procedures.
Responsibilities:
- Ability to assume charge role in the absence of other supervisory personnel.
- Successful completion of orientation.
- Able to complete competency criteria annually.
- Operates all processing machinery.
- Disassembles and decontaminates instruments and equipment to ensure safe handling and proper sterilization.
- Assembles all instruments and implants according to prescribed hospital procedures and techniques.
- Sterilizes/disinfects instruments, equipment, linen and supplies using various methods of sterilization/high level disinfection.,.
- Assigned to a variety of duties and functions in all designated positions in the Main Reprocessing department, SDS Reprocessing independently.
- The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- Required Credential(s):
- One or more of the following:
- Certified Central Service Tech credentialed from the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) obtained within 18 Months (1 1/2 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
- Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Tech Certification by the Certification Board For Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) obtained within 18 months (1 ½ years) of hire date or job transfer date.
- One or more of the following:
Education:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) required. AND Previous C.S. experience preferred.
Location: Beacon Health System · KAL Sterile Processing
Schedule: Full-time, Evening, 3pm-11:30pm Monday-Friday Rotating Weekends and Holidays
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The qualifications that appear most often in sterile processing tech jobs across Michigan.
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) credential through IAHCSMM preferred or required
- High school diploma or GED with completion of an accredited sterile processing training program
- Working knowledge of decontamination, sterilization, and high-level disinfection techniques
- Familiarity with AAMI standards and Joint Commission compliance requirements for sterile processing
- Ability to operate and maintain autoclaves, washers, and other sterilization equipment safely
- Attention to detail and ability to work rotating shifts including evenings, nights, and weekends
Sterile Processing Tech Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a sterile processing tech in Michigan?
Michigan does not require a state-issued license for sterile processing techs, but most hospitals and surgical centers require or strongly prefer the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) credential issued by IAHCSMM. Candidates typically complete a hospital-based or community college training program, such as those offered through Washtenaw Community College or similar Michigan institutions, then sit for the CRCST exam after gaining hands-on hours. Earning the credential before applying significantly improves hiring prospects at major Michigan health systems.
Which companies hire sterile processing techs in Michigan?
Companies currently hiring sterile processing techs in Michigan include McLaren Health Care, Dorsey College, and Trinity Health, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Michigan's large integrated health systems, including Corewell Health and Henry Ford Health, maintain ongoing sterile processing departments across multiple campuses and tend to post openings regularly throughout the year.
Which Michigan cities have the most sterile processing tech jobs?
Owosso, Warren, and Saginaw account for the most sterile processing tech openings in Michigan. Detroit leads because of its density of major hospital campuses and trauma centers, while Grand Rapids is driven by Corewell Health's large footprint and a growing network of ambulatory surgical centers, and Lansing reflects consistent demand from Sparrow Health System and state-adjacent medical facilities serving the capital region.
Are there remote sterile processing tech jobs in Michigan?
Yes, but they're rare. Sterile processing is a hands-on clinical role that requires direct handling of surgical instruments and sterilization equipment, so the vast majority of positions are on-site. About 25% of sterile processing tech openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those are almost exclusively administrative or training coordination roles rather than front-line processing positions.
How can I get hired as a sterile processing tech in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a structured sterile processing training program at a Michigan community college, such as Washtenaw Community College or Lansing Community College, which combine classroom instruction with clinical rotations that count toward CRCST eligibility. Large Michigan systems like Corewell Health and Henry Ford Health also hire candidates into technician trainee or central service aide roles, where on-the-job hours build toward certification. Candidates moving laterally from OR aide, surgical tech student, or environmental services roles already familiar with healthcare environments have a practical advantage.
Where can I find and apply to sterile processing tech jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to sterile processing tech jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings across hospital systems, surgical centers, and clinics. Search the listings to see roles that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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