Sterile Processing Technician: Career Growth & Training

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 54,808,000 - 77,190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Certification and Education Support

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

UVA Health, operated by The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia, seeks Sterile Processing Technicians to support perioperative services in Charlottesville. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to patient safety and surgical readiness, with structured training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities.

Roles accommodate both entry-level and certified technicians, with ladder-based progression and competitive compensation within the Sterile Processing career path.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Sterile Processing experience preferred but not required for entry-level opportunities.
• Certification through HSPA (CRCST) or CBSPD preferred for advancement.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and patient safety.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform decontamination, cleaning, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable surgical instruments and equipment.
• Prepare and assemble surgical trays following established tray listings.
• Operate and monitor sterilization equipment and document parameters for safety and compliance.
• Maintain accurate tracking of instruments and trays using barcode systems.
• Support Operating Room readiness by pulling cases, restocking supplies, and expediting instrumentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, regulated, and compliant work environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

CRCST or CBSPD certification (preferred)

Job description

UVA Health, operated by The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia, seeks Sterile Processing Technicians to support perioperative services in Charlottesville. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to patient safety and surgical readiness, with structured training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities.

Roles accommodate both entry-level and certified technicians, with ladder-based progression and competitive compensation within the Sterile Processing career path.