Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) - Outpatient Surgery

Behind every successful outpatient surgery is a flawless sterile process. Play a critical role in patient safety and surgical excellence at one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers.

UVA Health University Medical Center is seeking Sterile Processing Technicians to support high acuity surgical services across our perioperative environment. This is an opportunity to be part of a mission driven team where precision, accountability, and teamwork directly impact patient outcomes—every single day. The Role At UVA Health, Sterile Processing Technicians are trusted experts in infection prevention and surgical readiness, working in close partnership with the Operating Room, Perioperative Services, and clinical teams to ensure the highest standards of surgery preparation. Your work directly supports safe surgeries and infection prevention which contributes directly to successful patient outcomes.

• This role is ideal for professionals who take pride in accuracy, consistency, and being an essential part of complex surgical care.
• As a Sterile Processing Technician at UVA Health, you will: Perform decontamination, cleaning, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable surgical instruments and equipment Prepare and assemble surgical trays following established tray listings Operate and monitor sterilization equipment and document all parameters to ensure compliance and safety Maintain accurate tracking of instruments and trays using barcode systems Support Operating Room readiness by pulling cases, restocking supplies, and expediting instrumentation Maintain a clean, organized, regulated, and compliant work environment Why Join UVA Health?
• Level I Trauma Center supporting a broad range of complex and specialty surgical services State-of-the-art operating rooms with advanced instrumentation and robotic-assisted surgery Opportunities across inpatient, specialty, and outpatient OR environments Structured growth and staffing plans that support long-term stability Magnet-recognized academic medical center known for excellence in patient care, research, and education Professional Growth Entry-level friendly environment with structured training and onboarding Opportunities for advancement within Sterile Processing and Perioperative Services Exposure to high-acuity, specialty surgical services Supportive leadership focused on quality, safety, and career longevity Why Charlottesville?
• Charlottesville offers the perfect blend of career opportunity and lifestyle—nestled near the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park, with vibrant dining, wineries, arts, and a walkable downtown.
• It’s a place where your career and quality of life can thrive.
• If you have additional Questions, reach out to Milencia Pankey, UVA Health Recruiter, at msp3n@virginia.edu MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.

Experience

1 year or relevant experience preferred, Experience as CNA, EMT, PCT or CMA highly preferred.

Licensure

No certification required at hire, obtaining certain certifications within 6 months of hire may be required. See position requisition for details. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Job requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive).Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 25-50lbs. Working in environment with fumes, chemicals, vibrations, heat, noise, blood/body fluids and infectious disease. The starting base rate for this role is $17.50 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts Certification and education support Generous Paid Time Off UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.