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$16.50/hr · p10p90 · $51.25/hr
this role: $17.03/hrmedian $17.03/hr
Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted support services roles in Missoula, Montana rates. This role sits in the 50th percentile.
About the role
Pay for this role is about level with the Missoula, Montana median for support services roles.
The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the cleaning, inspection, sterilization, and distribution of medical instrumentation and equipment. They collaborate with various departments to ensure all necessary supplies are available for procedures while maintaining sterile processing standards.
The Sterile Processing Technician will be responsible for the cleaning, inspection, sterilization and distribution of sterile instrumentation and equipment. They will work collaboratively with other departments to ensure all supplies, instrumentation and equipment are available for procedures. They will be knowledgeable in sterile processing standards and serve as a patient safety advocate.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence St. Patrick Hospital and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications
Within 1 year of hire National Certified Registered Central Service Technician - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association, or
Within 1 year of hire National Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution
Preferred Qualifications
Coursework/Training: Sterile Processing and Distribution, or
Coursework/Training: Surgical Technician
Previous experience in Sterile Processing or knowledge of surgical instrumentation.
Candidates must obtain a National Certified Registered Central Service Technician or National Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician certification within one year of hire. Previous experience in sterile processing or knowledge of surgical instrumentation is preferred.
professional certificate
Cleaning
Inspection
Sterilization
Distribution
Patient safety
Sterile processing
Surgical instrumentation
Healthcare standards
Benefits
Vacation
Holidays
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid parental leave
Well-being resources
401k Savings Plan
Health care benefits
Posting details
Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$17 - $26/hr
Location
Missoula, Montana
Posted
Aug 26, 2026
Application
Employer website
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits [https://providence.jobs/benefits/].
Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles
Providence has a long-standing tradition of caring for residents in western Montana since the Sisters of Providence arrived in the state in 1864. As one of Montana’s largest health care providers, Providence works collaboratively across traditional boundaries to develop patient-centered practices that help make lifelong quality care accessible and affordable.
Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers include Providence St. Patrick Hospital in Missoula and Providence St. Joseph Medical Center, a critical access hospital in Polson. Our not-for-profit network of services also include physicians, more than 40 clinics, care centers, hospice and home health programs, and other diverse community services.
Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer [https://www.providenceiscalling.jobs/eeo/]. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity [https://providence.jobs/diversity/] makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.
Market context
Support services roles in Montana
Support-services roles in Montana are often tied to steady staffing needs in hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings, where dependable coverage and patient support matter. These jobs can be competitive because employers often prefer candidates with BLS, prior healthcare experience, and credentials such as Nurse Aide or EMT certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform against the original posting, then confirm your certifications and experience match before applying.
