Sterile Processing Aide

Riverside Health System·Newport News, Virginia

Full Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 2 months ago

About the role

The Sterile Processing Aide is responsible for all aspects of instrument preparation and sterilization procedures while providing optimum care to patients. The role includes maintaining a safe environment and supporting the production and assembly of instruments.

Newport News, Virginia

Hiring Range

$18.20 - $23.68/Hourly Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

Multiple shifts available

Overview Works under the supervision of Sterile Processing leadership. Is responsible for all aspects of instrument preparation, sterilization procedures, and providing optimum care to all patients. This role is expected to float among other RHS facilities and perform like competencies of their primary role.

What you will do

Demonstrates ability to discuss and apply decontaminations and sterilization process that meets AORN, AMMI, ISSHAM, and CDC standards. (i.e. , room turnover and cleaning, trash/remove line and instrument cleaning.).

Demonstrates the ability to provide a safe, efficient and supportive environment for the patient. Uses appropriate protective equipment, body mechanics, and follows safety guidelines and procedures; identifies and acts to resolve any variance or suspected noncompliance to management.

Demonstrates ability to maintain and support production and assembly of instruments and trays, to include ability to align priorities with needs of patient and the Operating Room.

Demonstrates intermediate to advanced technical knowledge/clinical competencies in sterile processing as evidenced by the ability to assume a role in customer service as needed.

Demonstrates ability to complete all sterile documentation and paperwork associated with sterilization logs.

Qualifications

Education
High School Diploma or GED, (Required) and
Program Graduate, Sterile processing or related program (Preferred)

Experience
1 year Healthcare experience (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications
Certified Board Sterile Processing Distribution - The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution Inc (Preferred)
Endoscopy/GI Scope Technician (Preferred)
Nursing Assistant/Medical Assistant (Preferred)

To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers [https://www.riversideonline.com/careers].

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required, with a preference for graduates of a sterile processing or related program. One year of healthcare experience is preferred, along with relevant certifications.

high school
Cleaning
Customer Service
Documentation
Prioritization
Patient Care
Instrument Cleaning
Decontamination
Safety Guidelines
Body Mechanics
Technical Knowledge
Production Support
Sterile Processing
Instrument Preparation
Healthcare Experience
Sterilization Procedures
Assembly of Instruments

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Location: Newport News, Virginia
Posted: Jun 25, 2026
Application: Employer website

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