STERILE PROCESSING TECH TRAINEE

Johns Hopkins Hospital; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Tuition assistance

Diverse environment

Benefits package

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD seeks a Sterile Processing Technician Trainee to participate in decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, scanning, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable surgical instruments. This entry-level role supports safe patient care while building foundational sterile processing skills.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent and the ability to obtain CBSPD/HSPA/IAHCSMM certification within two years of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification through CBSPD, HSPA, or IAHCSMM within two years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, scanning, sterilization, storage, and distribution of sterile instruments.
• Support safe patient care by ensuring processing follows established standards and procedures.
• Maintain quality, safety, and operational efficiency in the SPD workflow.

Skills

Healthcare exposure

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Requisition #:676211 Location:Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD 21287 Category:Sterile Processing Schedule:Evening Shift Employment Type:Full Time

YOU BELONG HERE

What Awaits You?

• Career growth and development
• Tuition Assistance
• Diverse and collaborative working environment
• Affordable and comprehensive benefits package

Our competitive Benefit Package is designed to support the well-being and financial security of our employees. You can explore the details of our benefits offering by visiting the following link: https://jhh.mybenefitsjhhs.com/

Summary:

Under the supervision of the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) Manager or Team Leader, the Sterile Processing Technician Trainee participates in the decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, scanning, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment. This role supports safe and effective patient care by ensuring instruments and equipment are processed according to established standards and procedures. The trainee develops foundational knowledge and skills in sterile processing while maintaining quality, safety, and operational efficiency.

Work Location:

On-site (Baltimore, MD)

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Required Licensure, Certification, Ongoing Training:

Must obtain certification through CBSPD, HSPA, or IAHCSMM within two (2) years of hire

Work Experience:

No prior experience required; healthcare or sterile processing exposure preferred

Salary Range:

Minimum 17.99/hour - Maximum 20.88/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.

We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.