Central Sterile Processing Associate

UPMC • Pittsburgh, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

UPMC Mercy is expanding and seeking detail-oriented professionals to join their Sterile Processing team. This is a full-time role with evening and night shift options available. The Sterile Processing Associate will be responsible for cleaning, assembling, and sterilizing surgical instruments and equipment, directly supporting surgical excellence and patient care. This role is crucial during a pivotal time of growth, including major initiatives like the OR upgrade and Pavilion relocation, ensuring safe and efficient hospital operations.

Requirements

• Prior healthcare experience is required
• Solid attendance and professionalism
• High school diploma/GED or equivalent with no experience -OR- Currently enrolled in an Accredited Surgical Technician/Sterile Processing Program Preferred -OR-1 year of experience within UPMC
• Must be able to stand for all shift hours and be able to pick up, push, pull etc. 35 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Certification is a plus, but not required
• Certified staff are required to complete 10-12 hours of continuing education as a condition of maintaining certification, as determined by the certifying body.
• Staff pending certification within 18 months of hire are not required to complete continuing education until certified.
• Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution or Certified Registered Central Service Technician with Healthcare Sterile Processing Association. Certification required for our PA and NY facilities (MD facilities are excluded). New employees in our PA and NY facilities (MD is excluded) will have 18 months from date of hire to obtain required certification.
• Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution OR Certified Registered Central Service Technician with Healthcare Sterile Processing Association
• Act 34

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate and sterilize instruments using manual and mechanical methods
• Assemble surgical trays and case carts per established protocols
• Monitor and document sterilization parameters
• Maintain and troubleshoot sterilization equipment
• Collaborate with team members and communicate effectively
• Participate in performance improvement and ongoing education

Benefits

• Scrubs and shoes provided
• Career ladder program for advancement
• Sign-on bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED