Central Sterile Processing Technician, Sr.

Join a Team That Makes a Difference Every DayUPMC Children’s Hospital is hiring for our Sterile Processing Department in a Day shift role:First Shift, Monday–Friday: 7a-330pIncludes weekend, holiday, and one summer/winter obligationTraining: 10–12 weeks on day shift to build confidence and readinessThis 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 cultureWhether you're experienced or just starting out, we welcome you to apply and become a vital part of our mission.Certified & Experienced (1+ year) Central Sterile Processing Technician hires are eligible for up to a $10,000 sign-on bonus (limited-time enhanced offering)!️ Role PurposeTrain 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 ResponsibilitiesClean, disinfect, and sterilize instruments manually and mechanicallyAssemble surgical trays and set up case carts per procedure requirementsMonitor and document sterilizer parameters; troubleshoot equipmentMaintain inventory and ensure proper storage and distributionFollow infection control, safety, and sterile processing protocolsCommunicate effectively with team members and other departmentsParticipate in performance improvement and educational programsDemonstrate accountability, time management, and healthy work habitsBuild positive relationships and mentor othersUphold UPMC’s Core Values: responsibility, sensitivity, accuracy, timeliness, coordination, and thoroughnessReady to make a difference every day? Apply now and help us deliver safe, high-quality care to every patient, every time.High School Graduate or Equivalent. For Sr. level: One year of Central Sterile Processing experience required OR Graduate of an accredited surgical technician/sterile processing program with 1 year in Central Sterile Processing. Instrumentation and Equipment Specialized Knowledge. Must complete 10 hours of continuing education to remain qualified as a Central Sterile Technician on an annual basis. Must be able to stand for all shift hours and be able to pick up, push, pull etc. 35 pounds. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution or Certified Registered Central Service Technician with Healthcare Sterile Processing Association. Certification required in our PA and NY facilities (MD is excluded) within 18 months of hire. Staff employed prior to December 28, 2020 are grandfathered and do not need to obtain the certification.Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution OR Certified Registered Central Service Technician with Healthcare Sterile Processing Association required at the time of hire for Sr. level techs. Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewalAct 33 with renewalAct 34 with renewalAct 73 FBI Clearance with renewalUPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran