Central Sterile Processing Associate

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid training

Career ladder

Shift variety

Job summary

UPMC Presbyterian is hiring Central Sterile Processing Associates to support Presbyterian and Montefiore campuses. You will decontaminate, clean, and sterilize surgical instruments, assemble trays, and prepare case carts to support safe surgeries.

Openings on Day, Evening and Overnight shifts. Eligible for up to a $5,000 sign-on bonus for certified and experienced CST technicians. A robust 6-month paid training program and clear career ladder are available to help you grow.

Qualifications

• Certified & Experienced (1+ year) Central Sterile Processing Technician
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy trays
• Flexibility to work rotating on-call, weekend, and holiday shifts

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, and sterilize surgical instruments and medical equipment
• Assemble surgical trays with precision and attention to detail
• Operate and monitor high-tech sterilization equipment
• Maintain inventory and prepare case carts for upcoming surgeries
• Collaborate with team members to ensure patient safety and surgical success

Skills

Detail oriented

Dependable

Certified CST Technician

Education

Certification in Central Sterile Processing

Job description

UPMC Presbyterian is Now Hiring Central Sterile Processing Associates – All Shifts Available!

Are you detail-oriented, dependable, and ready to play a vital role in patient care—even if you’re not in the operating room? UPMC Presbyterian is seeking Central Sterile Processing Associates to support both our Presbyterian and Montefiore campuses. You’ll be the key to delivering safe, high-quality care by ensuring our surgical instruments and equipment are spotless, sterile, and ready to go.

Certified & Experienced (1+ year) Central Sterile Processing Technician hires are eligible for up to a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Why Join Us?

• Openings on Daylight, Evening, and Overnight shifts



• Competitive pay, based on your experience and education


• Robust 6-month paid training (Monday–Friday, daylight hours)


• Opportunities for career growth through our Central Sterile career ladder


• Be a critical part of one of the region’s leading hospitals

What You’ll Do:

• Decontaminate, clean, and sterilize surgical instruments and medical equipment


• Assemble surgical trays with precision and attention to detail


• Operate and monitor high-tech sterilization equipment


• Maintain inventory and prepare case carts for upcoming surgeries


• Collaborate with team members to ensure patient safety and surgical success

What It Takes:

• Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy trays


• Strong focus, patience, and consistency for repetitive, detail-driven tasks


• Flexibility to work rotating on-call, weekend, and holiday shifts