What are the responsibilities and job description for the Central Sterile Processing Technician, Sr. position at UPMC?
Join a Team That Makes a Difference Every Day
UPMC Children’s Hospital is hiring for our Sterile Processing Department in a Day shift role:
First Shift, Monday–Friday: 7a-330p
Includes 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.
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 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.
Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000