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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level sterile processing educator 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 Educator vs Sterile Processing Technician?

AspectEntry Level Sterile Processing EducatorSterile Processing Technician
CertificationsTypically requires certification (CBSPD, IAHCSMM)Often requires certification (CBSPD, IAHCSMM)
Work EnvironmentEducational settings, training programsHospital, surgical centers, sterile processing departments
Primary RoleTeaching, training, developing staffCleaning, sterilizing, inspecting medical instruments
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare facilities, educational institutionsHospitals, clinics, surgical centers

The Entry Level Sterile Processing Educator focuses on training and educating staff in sterile processing procedures, often working in educational settings. In contrast, the Sterile Processing Technician performs hands-on sterilization and instrument management in healthcare facilities. Both roles require similar certifications but differ mainly in responsibilities and work environment.

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Sterile Processing Educator

UNC Health Careers

Chapel Hill, NC • On-site

$23.24 - $33.41/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

UNC Health rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 321 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

421st of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

Summary:
Coordinates orientation, staff development and continuing education for Sterile Processing Department.

Responsibilities:
1. Assists staff in design and implementation of SPD performance improvement projects.
2. Provides education to staff on regulatory standards and compliance, current sterile processing practice issues, and safety standards.
3. Maintains and updates all orientation manuals and skills checklists.
4. Contributes to sterile processing policy development.
5. Creates individualized training plan for all new employees. Conducts weekly assessments of new employees and adjusts orientation training schedule as needed.
6. Assesses competency of preceptors to ensure they have the knowledge and skill to assist with orientation of new employees.
7. Coordinates in-service schedule for new instruments, continuing education, etc.


Other Information

Other information:
Education Requirements:
Associate's degree required.
Education may be substituted with relevant experience at a rate of two (2) years of experience for one (1) year of education. For example, a bachelor's degree (4 years) may be met with 8 years of related experience, or a combination of both on a prorated basis.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
Sterile Processing Certification required.
Professional Experience Requirements:
Three (3) years of SPD experience including at least one year in a senior role serving as a preceptor.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:


Job Details

Legal Employer: STATE

Entity: UNC Medical Center

Organization Unit: UNC Hospitals OR Nurse Education

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Salary Range: $23.24 - $33.41 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No


This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.


Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.
UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.

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