Sterile Processing Technician — Certification Bonus

Medical University of South Carolina; Town of Charleston (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Certification incentive

12-week training program

Site rotation between facilities

Job summary

MUSC is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to join our team in supporting procedural areas across the healthcare enterprise. The role includes cleaning, sterilizing, and preparing instrumentation, ensuring safety and quality in all units.

Required education includes a high school diploma or GED, with CRCST/HSPA or CBSPD certification. Competitive pay with a certification incentive program and a 12‑week intensive training streamline onboarding.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; CRCST/HSPA or CBSPD certification preferred.
• Certification path varies by level (I–III) with pay incentives.
• Experience with sterile processing and instrumentation is preferred.
• Completion of a sterile processing program is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory for instrument assembly and case carts.
• Decontaminate, clean, and organize instrumentation per standards.
• Load washers/sterilizers and rotate through processing steps.
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness and functionality.
• Operate washers, ultrasonic cleaners and related equipment.
• Assist in OR scheduling by securing required instruments.
• Travel between sites as needed.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of instrumentation

Strong customer service

Strong communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

CRCST/HSPA or CBSPD certification

Tools

EMR system

Job description

MUSC is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to join our team in supporting procedural areas across the healthcare enterprise. The role includes cleaning, sterilizing, and preparing instrumentation, ensuring safety and quality in all units.

Required education includes a high school diploma or GED, with CRCST/HSPA or CBSPD certification. Competitive pay with a certification incentive program and a 12‑week intensive training streamline onboarding.