Sterile Processing Technician - SPD Tech – Central Sterile Processing

The University of Vermont Health Network; Burlington, Northern (VT, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,692 - 48,353; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10,000 sign-on bonus

Full benefits including PTO

Health/dental/vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition discounts

Garage parking

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Vermont is seeking Full-Time Experienced or Certified SPD/CSR Tech candidates. This role involves ensuring the safe and efficient management of surgical supplies and instruments across the hospital. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and strong communication abilities. The position offers a competitive pay range of $22.28–$35.10 per hour, a $10,000 sign-on bonus, and various shifts with opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• SPD Technician certification (CRCST) preferred; must be achieved within 12 months.
• One year of healthcare experience preferred.
• Knowledge of microbiology and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate and clean instruments with bioburden using full PPE.
• Inspect, assemble, and package surgical sets.
• Operate washers, sterilizers, and other SPD equipment.
• Deliver sterilized instruments to ORs, clinics, or storage.
• Maintain inventory and support process improvements.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Strong verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of aseptic technique

Ability to multi-task

Education

High school graduate

One year of college preferred

Job description

Full-Time – Experienced or Certified SPT/CSR Tech Candidates

Incentives

$10,000 sign-on bonus for qualified, certified SPD Tech candidates with a 1-year commitment. Eligible for full benefits including PTO, health/dental/vision insurance, 403(b), and tuition discounts.

Position Summary

Ensure all surgical supplies, instruments, scopes, and equipment are inventoried, decontaminated, assembled, inspected, packaged, sterilized, stored, distributed, and tracked safely and efficiently across the hospital and offsite clinics. May perform additional duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

• Decontaminate and clean instruments with bioburden using full PPE
• Inspect, assemble, and package surgical sets
• Operate washers, sterilizers, and other SPD equipment
• Deliver sterilized instruments to ORs, clinics, or storage
• Maintain inventory and support process improvements

Qualifications

• SPD Technician certification (CRCST) preferred; must be achieved within 12 months of starting and maintained annually, or equivalent SPD experience
• High school graduate required; one year of college preferred
• One year of healthcare experience preferred but not required
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of aseptic technique, microbiology, and medical terminology
• Strong verbal, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and collaborate effectively

Schedule & Compensation

Full-time positions, base pay $22.28–$35.10 per hour, (based on SPD Tech experience)

• Days: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Evenings: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM (Additional $2.75 per hour differential)
• Nights: 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM (Additional $6.50 per hour differential)
• Weekends: Rotate for all full-time roles (Additional $3.50 per hour differential)

Garage parking is available during scheduled hours for evening, night, and weekend shifts. Day shift team members park off-site and use the employee shuttle.

Career Growth

Opportunities to advance within SPD as Instrument Coordinator, Team Leader, Manager, or into Scrub Tech roles in the Operating Room.

Apply today to join a critical team supporting patient safety and surgical readiness!