Entry-Level Sterile Processing Aide — Weekdays, Training Provided

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Health Savings Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Certification and education support

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

UVA Health in Charlottesville, VA is seeking a Sterile Processing Assistant to support cleaning, organizing, and maintaining medical instrumentation. This entry-level role offers a consistent Monday–Friday schedule with hours 9:00 AM–5:30 PM. No experience or certifications required.

You will transport instruments, check expirations, assist with department operations, and work as part of a busy team. Training is provided, and a long-term healthcare path can develop here.

Qualifications

• No sterile processing experience required.
• No certifications required.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Ability to perform a physically active role.
• Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Transporting sterile and contaminated instrumentation throughout designated areas.
• Breaking down boxes and organizing supplies.
• Checking expiration dates on sterile items.
• Emptying cart washers and supporting equipment workflow.
• Assisting with general departmental operations.
• Completing other assigned duties as needed.

Skills

Follow instructions

Physically active

Team cooperation

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Job description

UVA Health in Charlottesville, VA is seeking a Sterile Processing Assistant to support cleaning, organizing, and maintaining medical instrumentation. This entry-level role offers a consistent Monday–Friday schedule with hours 9:00 AM–5:30 PM. No experience or certifications required.

You will transport instruments, check expirations, assist with department operations, and work as part of a busy team. Training is provided, and a long-term healthcare path can develop here.