Sterile Processing Technician - Sign-On Bonus & Growth

UPMC; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to decontaminate, sterilize, assemble, and package reusable surgical instrumentation in accordance with established procedures.

Eligible candidates may receive a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 based on years of experience. The role requires attention to safety, documentation, and teamwork within the sterile processing unit at our Harrisburg location.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates strong communication skills (verbal & written).
• Shows critical thinking in clinical settings and documentation.
• Works well in teams and with diverse healthcare staff.

Responsibilities

• Performs cleaning, decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, and sterilization of reusable surgical instrumentation.
• Maintains documentation for instrument tracking and equipment status.
• Ensures compliance with safety, infection control, and department policies.
• Assists in stocking and organizing sterile processing supplies and case carts.
• Supports ongoing education and quality improvement initiatives within the unit.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma/GED or equivalent

Enrollment in Surgical Technician/Sterile Processing program

1 year experience at UPMC

Job description

UPMC is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to decontaminate, sterilize, assemble, and package reusable surgical instrumentation in accordance with established procedures.

Eligible candidates may receive a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 based on years of experience. The role requires attention to safety, documentation, and teamwork within the sterile processing unit at our Harrisburg location.