Central Sterile Processing Associate

Join a Team That Makes a Difference Every Day


UPMC Children's Hospital is hiring for our Sterile Processing Department in an evening shift role :

Second Shift, Monday-Friday
Includes every other weekend, holiday, and one summer/winter obligation

Training: 10-12 weeks on day shift to build confidence and readiness


This is more than a job-it's a chance to be the first line of defense in patient care , ensuring safe, sterile instruments for surgeries and procedures across our hospital and clinic network. You'll thrive in a team-oriented environment that values integrity, responsibility, and a strong work ethic.


Perks & Benefits

• Sign-on bonus up to $5,000
• Clearly defined career ladder
• Supportive, collaborative team culture

Whether you're experienced or just starting out, we welcome you to apply and become a vital part of our mission.


Role Purpose


Train to perform all duties related to the decontamination, cleaning, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable surgical instruments and equipment-following strict procedures to ensure patient safety.


Key Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize instruments manually and mechanically
• Assemble surgical trays and set up case carts per procedure requirements
• Monitor and document sterilizer parameters; troubleshoot equipment
• Maintain inventory and ensure proper storage and distribution
• Follow infection control, safety, and sterile processing protocols
• Communicate effectively with team members and other departments
• Participate in performance improvement and educational programs
• Demonstrate accountability, time management, and healthy work habits
• Build positive relationships and mentor others
• Uphold UPMC's Core Values: responsibility, sensitivity, accuracy, timeliness, coordination, and thoroughness

Ready to make a difference every day? Apply now and help us deliver safe, high-quality care to every patient, every time.

Qualifications:

• Education/Experience:
  • High school diploma/GED or equivalent with no experience
    OR
  • Currently enrolled in an accredited Surgical Technician or Sterile Processing program (preferred)
    OR
  • 1 year of experience within UPMC
• Continuing Education:
  • Grandfathered technicians (no certification): Must complete 10 hours of continuing education annually to remain qualified.
  • Certified staff : Must complete 10-12 hours of continuing education annually, as required by the certifying body.
  • Staff pending certification (within 18 months of hire): Continuing education not required until certification is obtained.
• Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to stand for the entire shift.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 35 pounds .

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Employees in a Central Sterile position on or before 12/27/2020 are grandfathered and do not need certification unless moving to a position that requires it.
• Certification required for employees in PA and NY facilities (MD facilities are excluded).
• New hires in PA and NY have 18 months from hire to obtain certification.

Accepted Certifications:

• Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)
  OR
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) with Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)
• Act 31, 33, 34, 73 clearances with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran