Sterile Processing Technician

UPMC; Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to perform decontamination, cleaning, inspection, and assembly of reusable surgical instruments. You will sterilize, package, store, and document processing steps following established procedures.

Strong communication and teamwork are essential to ensure patient safety and care quality. High school diploma or GED is required; enrollment in an accredited Surgical Technician/Sterile Processing program is preferred, along with 1 year of UP​MC experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent; no experience required, or enrolled in an accredited Surgical Technician/Sterile Processing program.
• 1 year of experience within UPMC preferred.
• Certification requirements may apply for PA/NY facilities; plan to obtain certification within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminates, cleans, inspects, assembles and sterilizes reusable surgical instruments and equipment.
• Prepares and assembles surgical trays and equipment for issue or storage.
• Ensures proper operation by monitoring sterilizers and troubleshooting equipment.
• Maintains documentation and communicates clearly with care teams to support patient safety and quality care.

Skills

Sterile processing

Decontamination

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma/GED

Accredited Surgical Technician/Sterile Processing Program

Job description

UPMC is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to perform decontamination, cleaning, inspection, and assembly of reusable surgical instruments. You will sterilize, package, store, and document processing steps following established procedures.

Strong communication and teamwork are essential to ensure patient safety and care quality. High school diploma or GED is required; enrollment in an accredited Surgical Technician/Sterile Processing program is preferred, along with 1 year of UP​MC experience.