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Adjunct Faculty, Sterile Processing

Cleveland, OH · On-site

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Sterile Processing Supervisor

Austin, TX · On-site

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How much do associate director sterile processing jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for associate director sterile processing in the United States is $18.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an associate director sterile processing do?

An Associate Director of Sterile Processing oversees the operations, staff, and compliance of the sterile processing department within a healthcare facility. Their responsibilities include ensuring all surgical instruments and equipment are properly cleaned, sterilized, and distributed in accordance with safety standards. They also manage departmental budgets, staff training, and regulatory compliance. This role is essential for patient safety and supporting surgical and procedural teams.

What are some common challenges faced by an associate director sterile processing, and how can they be addressed?

One of the main challenges for an Associate Director of Sterile Processing is ensuring consistent compliance with evolving regulatory standards and infection control protocols. Managing staff training and maintaining equipment efficiency can also be demanding, especially in high-volume healthcare settings. Proactively addressing these challenges involves implementing ongoing education programs, utilizing quality assurance audits, and fostering open communication across perioperative teams. Building strong relationships with nursing, surgical, and infection prevention departments is essential for successful collaboration and continuous improvement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate director sterile processing, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Director of Sterile Processing, you need expertise in sterile processing protocols, regulatory compliance, and team leadership, usually supported by a bachelor’s degree and certifications such as CRCST or CHL. Familiarity with sterile processing management software, inventory control systems, and quality assurance tools is often required. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills set exceptional candidates apart in this role. These competencies are critical for ensuring patient safety, regulatory adherence, and efficient department operations in healthcare settings.

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Sterile Processing Technician

Ringgold, GA

Memorial Hospital - North Georgia
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$17.24 - $24.35/hr

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Job Summary and Responsibilities

Georgia Sterile processing

Monday - Friday (2:00pm - 10:00pm)

As our Sterile Processing Professional, you will be a critical guardian of patient safety, ensuring surgical teams receive correct, fully functional, and sterile instrumentation.
Every day, you will expertly perform decontamination, prep and pack, sterilization, and dispatch with efficiency, expertise, and accuracy, delivering instruments with resourcefulness, determination, courtesy, and professionalism. You will continuously expand your knowledge of standards and procedures for surgical instrumentation.
To be successful in this role, you will possess exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a rigorous commitment to infection control, ensuring optimal surgical outcomes with a professional demeanor.

  • Decontamination Duties: Hand cleans and inspects all instruments, containers, and equipment according to manufacturer’s specifications, hospital safety policies, and regulatory guidelines to assure patient and employee protection. Cleans and leak tests flexible endoscopes according to the manufacturer's specifications and hospital policy. Wears protective attire and uses proper cleaning solutions while performing duties in the decontamination department
  • Assembly Room Duties: Accurately inspects and assembles instrument sets and specialty items in a timely manner for surgical cases. Maintains biological and sterilization records for steam, Steris, Sterrad machines according to departmental procedures. Accurately operates all sterilization equipment to sterilize instruments according to department policy and manufacturer’s recommendations
  • Sterile Room Duties: Completes, prioritizes, and organizes case carts according to the daily schedule to comply with surgery start time. Assists all personnel in a positive manner to locate instrumentation needed for surgical procedures
  • General Duties: Assists in the orientation process of new employees
Job Requirements

Required

  • High School Graduate General Studies, upon hire or
  • High School GED General Studies, upon hire and
  • Certified and Registered Central Service Technician, within 24 - months or
  • Certified Sterile Processing and Dist Tech, within 24 - months or
  • Cert Sterile Processing Dist Tech, within 24 - months


Preferred

  • Associates Of Science, upon hire and
  • 1-3 years Current Sterile Processing Experience , upon hire
Where You'll Work

CommonSpirit Memorial is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.

Qualifications:

Required

  • High School Graduate General Studies, upon hire or
  • High School GED General Studies, upon hire and
  • Certified and Registered Central Service Technician, within 24 - months or
  • Certified Sterile Processing and Dist Tech, within 24 - months or
  • Cert Sterile Processing Dist Tech, within 24 - months


Preferred

  • Associates Of Science, upon hire and
  • 1-3 years Current Sterile Processing Experience , upon hire
Employment Type: Full Time

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