Sterile Processing Technician Paid Training Program

christianacare; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

On-site fitness center

Retirement plans

Job summary

ChristianaCare in Newark, DE is offering a paid Sterile Processing Training Program designed to provide hands-on experience to earn full CRCST credential. The program runs Monday–Friday with shift options, starting November 9, 2026, at the Newark Campus, with travel to Wilmington as needed.

The role begins as a paid training position at $17.67 per hour with full benefits from day one, then transitions to Sterile Processing Technician I with a salary increase after successful completion.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Successful completion of an accredited Sterile Processing Program required.
• Provisional CRCST certification required.
• Must be seeking completion of the required 400 clinical hours needed to obtain full CRCST certification.

Responsibilities

• Complete all classwork and assignments while demonstrating active participation and engagement.
• Successfully complete learning modules and maintain attendance requirements.
• Participate in precepted learning experiences across all Sterile Processing areas.
• Demonstrate knowledge of aseptic technique and sterilization principles.
• Perform instrument decontamination procedures according to established standards.
• Operate cleaning and sterilization equipment safely and effectively.
• Identify surgical instruments and demonstrate understanding of their use and maintenance.
• Assemble instrument trays according to established configuration and count requirements.
• Utilize biological indicators and adhere to sterilization quality control standards.
• Wrap, package, and label items appropriately for steam, Sterrad, and gas sterilization.
• Assemble surgical case carts using designated picklists.
• Accurately document activities within the electronic instrument tracking system.

Skills

Provisional CRCST certification

Sterile Processing Program

Patient safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Sterile Processing Program completed

Provisional CRCST certification

400 clinical hours to complete

Job description

Job Details

Sterile Processing PAID Training Program (Provisional CRCST Certification Required)

Have you completed a Sterile Processing Program, obtained your Provisional CRCST certification , and are looking for an opportunity to gain the hands‑on clinical experience needed to earn your full Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) credential? If so, we invite you to take the next step in your professional journey with ChristianaCare. This unique paid training opportunity allows you to complete the required 400 clinical hours while working alongside experienced Sterile Processing professionals in a fast‑paced healthcare environment. You’ll gain valuable hands‑on experience, build technical skills, support exceptional patient care, and contribute to life‑saving work behind the scenes, all while being paid and receiving full‑time benefits. Join a team committed to excellence, continuous learning, and the development of future Sterile Processing professionals.

Program Details

• Program Start Date: Monday, November 9, 2026
• Training Location: Newark Campus, with travel to the Wilmington Campus as needed
• Training Schedule:
  1. Monday through Friday
  2. 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or
  3. 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
• Work Location Upon Completion: Newark or Wilmington Campus

Compensation & Benefits

The starting rate for this training program is $17.67 per hour , with full-time benefits effective on your first day of employment . Upon successful completion of the program, participants will transition into a Sterile Processing Technician I role and receive a salary increase .

Schedule Expectations Upon Program Completion

• Day Shift: 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• Evening Shift: 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
• Night Shift: 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.

Positions may require rotating weekends and holidays. Team members may be assigned to either the Newark or Wilmington campus based on departmental needs.

Why ChristianaCare?

ChristianaCare is one of the nation's most dynamic health systems, committed to improving health outcomes, expanding access to high-quality care, and delivering exceptional patient experiences. This is an outstanding opportunity to launch your Sterile Processing career, gain meaningful clinical experience, and make a direct impact on patient care.

What We Offer

• Full Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Benefits
• Two retirement savings options, including a 403(b) plan with employer contributions
• Generous paid time off with annual rollover and cash-out opportunities
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Complimentary on-site fitness center membership
• Care.com membership and backup care services through Care@Work
• Financial wellness and retirement planning resources
• Fitness and wellness reimbursement programs
• Employee discounts on hotels, rental cars, theme parks, entertainment, sporting events, movie tickets, and more

Responsibilities

• Complete all classwork and assignments while demonstrating active participation and engagement.
• Successfully complete learning modules and maintain attendance requirements.
• Participate in precepted learning experiences across all Sterile Processing areas.
• Demonstrate knowledge of aseptic technique and sterilization principles.
• Perform instrument decontamination procedures according to established standards.
• Operate cleaning and sterilization equipment safely and effectively.
• Identify surgical instruments and demonstrate understanding of their use and maintenance.
• Assemble instrument trays according to established configuration and count requirements.
• Utilize biological indicators and adhere to sterilization quality control standards.
• Wrap, package, and label items appropriately for steam, Sterrad, and gas sterilization.
• Assemble surgical case carts using designated picklists.
• Accurately document activities within the electronic instrument tracking system.

Education & Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• Successful completion of an accredited Sterile Processing Program required.
• Provisional CRCST certification required.
• Must be seeking completion of the required 400 clinical hours needed to obtain full CRCST certification.
• Demonstrated interest in Sterile Processing and commitment to quality, safety, and infection prevention practices.
• Basic knowledge of sterile processing principles, medical instrumentation, and healthcare infection prevention standards

$17.67 hourly This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare's good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individua