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Entry Level Sterile Processing Coordinator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

SP Tech Certified Lead

Visalia, CA · On-site

$23.37 - $35.05/hr

This position will also act as a resource for the Sterile Processing Coordinator and Sterile Processing Manager. Demonstrates ability to perform duties of Lead Tech on all shifts. QUALIFICATIONS ...

SP Tech Certified Lead

Visalia, CA · On-site

$23.37 - $35.05/hr

This position will also act as a resource for the Sterile Processing Coordinator and Sterile Processing Manager. Demonstrates ability to perform duties of Lead Tech on all shifts. QUALIFICATIONS ...

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How much do entry level sterile processing coordinator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level sterile processing coordinator in the United States is $27.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.95 and $33.17 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Sterile Processing Coordinator vs Entry Level Surgical Technologist?

AspectEntry Level Sterile Processing CoordinatorEntry Level Surgical Technologist
CertificationsCPD or CBSPD certification often preferredCertified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification required
Work EnvironmentSterile processing departments, hospitals, clinicsOperating rooms, surgical suites, hospitals
Job FocusDecontaminating, sterilizing, and distributing surgical instrumentsAssisting during surgeries, passing instruments, maintaining sterile field

While both roles support surgical procedures, the Entry Level Sterile Processing Coordinator focuses on sterilization and equipment management, whereas the Entry Level Surgical Technologist actively participates in surgeries. Certifications and work environments overlap, but their daily responsibilities differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Sterile Processing Coordinator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,186 per year, or $27.5 per hour.

Sterile Processing Coordinator - Full Time - Evening Shift

Los Angeles, CA

Cedars Sinai
Hospitals • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago


Cedars-Sinai rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 131 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Grow your career at Cedars-Sinai!

At Cedars-Sinai, we're motivated by a collective spirit of innovation and the challenge to continuously improve. Above all, we share a real passion for helping others. Day after day, from department to department, our people give their all to create a community unlike any other. This is just one of the many reasons U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America's Best Hospitals-and now we invite you to join us and make a difference every single day in service of this outstanding work - excellence and innovation in patient care, research, and community service. From working with a team of dedicated professionals to using state-of-the-art facilities, you'll have great resources to do something incredible-for yourself, and for others

What you will be doing in this role?

The Sterile Processing Coordinator oversees and follows department business and regulatory practices when receiving, inventorying, processing and returning of vendor loaner, consigned and owned instrument & implant trays. Responsible for guiding and providing support in instrument navigation between the operating rooms and Sterile Processing Department and facilitates the movement, inspection, and delivery of trays between each floor and the Sterile Processing Department. Other major duties include, but are not limited to, distribution of supplies or equipment, customer service and departmental efficiencies.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Oversees the Instrument Management System and works with with clinical staff and department supervisors to ensure
    instrument needs are met, as well as assist in determining if products and/or instruments need to be sourced through
    vendor. Provide options and alternatives on products and/or instruments that meet case needs and coordinate any
    logistics with internal staff and/or vendor that may be needed.
  • Communicates with all necessary vendors and internal staff to coordinate the timely delivery, process and pick up of
    loaner trays/tubs used in surgery.
  • Identifies "instrument sets" to be put into production and coordinates with educator and supervisors to provide applicable
    in-service to staff.
  • Receives and validates all instruments and implants within vendor loaner trays and tubs, and ensures all items are
    approved for use.
  • Coordinates the Receipt to Return process for all loaned trays, implant tubs and other products and/or instruments.
  • Assists leadership with cost management efforts, regarding request of new products or usage of vendors products and/or
    instruments.

Job Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma/GED required.
  • At least five (5) year in Sterile Processing or Surgical Technologist experience required.
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills.
  • Valid Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) required.

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