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Float Pool Sterile Processing Jobs (NOW HIRING)

What We Offer Surgical Services Float Pool- Enterprise Surg Tech * Schedule : Full-time, 40 hours ... Sterile Processing, Operating Room, Endoscopy, Pre-Op/Phase II, and PACU. What We're Looking For

$18.20 - $23.68/hr

This role is expected to float among other RHS facilities and perform like competencies of their ... Demonstrates ability to discuss and apply decontaminations and sterilization process that meets ...

$18.20 - $23.68/hr

This role is expected to float among other RHS facilities and perform like competencies of their ... Demonstrates ability to discuss and apply decontaminations and sterilization process that meets ...

Sterile processing tech

Williamsburg, VA · On-site

$20.40 - $26.55/hr

Expected to float to other RHS facilities for like competencies. What you will do * Responsible for ... Program Graduate, Sterile Processing (Preferred) Experience * 1 year Sterile processing experience ...

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How much do float pool sterile processing jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for float pool sterile processing 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 a float pool sterile processing technician?

Float Pool Sterile Processing Technicians are healthcare professionals who work in multiple departments or facilities within a healthcare system to clean, sterilize, assemble, and distribute medical instruments and equipment. Unlike standard sterile processing technicians who are assigned to a single department, float pool staff are flexible and fill in where needed, ensuring essential sterilization services are maintained throughout the facility. Their role is critical for patient safety by preventing infections and ensuring all surgical and procedural areas have the necessary sterile supplies.

What does a float pool sterile processing technician do?

As a Float Pool Sterile Processing Technician, you will rotate between different departments or units within a healthcare facility, which means adapting quickly to varying workflows and instrument sets. This role requires flexibility, strong communication skills, and the ability to follow different protocols based on each department’s needs. Float pool technicians often encounter a wider range of surgical instruments and equipment, making it a dynamic environment that can accelerate learning and broaden your experience. You'll collaborate closely with surgical teams, nurses, and other sterile processing staff to ensure timely and accurate instrument preparation and sterilization across multiple areas.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a float pool sterile processing technician?

To thrive as a Float Pool Sterile Processing Technician, you need a solid understanding of sterilization techniques, infection control, and medical instrumentation, often backed by a high school diploma and certification such as the CRCST. Familiarity with autoclaves, ultrasonic cleaners, and tracking systems for surgical instruments is typically required. Attention to detail, flexibility, and strong organizational skills are crucial soft skills for adapting to different departments and ensuring accuracy. These competencies are essential for maintaining patient safety, supporting surgical teams, and ensuring efficient healthcare operations.

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Infographic showing various Float Pool Sterile Processing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,186 per year, or $27.5 per hour.

Sterile Processing Tech, System Float Positions with Norton Clinical Agency

Louisville, KY • On-site

Norton Healthcare
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees

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Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

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Job description

Responsibilities
When you are an employee at Norton Healthcare, you will find real meaning and purpose in your work. Because of the care we provide, more people choose Norton Healthcare for their health care needs than any other system in the community.
Norton Healthcare is seeking experienced Sterile Processing Technicians to join our System Float Pool through Norton Clinical Agency. This unique opportunity offers flexibility, competitive compensation, and the ability to gain diverse experience across multiple facilities.
As a Sterile Processing Technician with our System Float Pool, you will support staffing needs across our network of hospitals, delivering high-quality instrument processing and ensuring patient safety in a variety of clinical settings.
Why Join the System Float Pool?
  • Work Across Locations: Support one our nine hospitals across Louisville, Kentucky and Southern Indiana
  • Expand Your Experience: Opportunities available in both adult and pediatric environments
  • Flexible Scheduling: Choose employment options that align with your personal and professional needs
  • Competitive Pay: Earn competitive pay while expanding your skills within a leading healthcare system

As an employee, you also will have access to a variety of programs to enhance your experience and well-being, including learning and career growth opportunities, an employee wellness program, employee resource groups and volunteer opportunities.
Take the next step in your career with a role that offers flexibility, variety, and growth-apply today to join Norton Healthcare's System Float Pool!
Questions? Email Recruitment@NortonHealthcare.org.
Qualifications
Required:
  • 3 years of experience in Sterile Processing/Central Service or 3 years as a Surgical Tech
  • One of: CIS or CRCST or CSPDT

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Norton Healthcare is a not-for-profit hospital and health care system and is Louisville's second largest employer, with more than 18,000 employees, over 1,700 employed medical providers and approximately 2,000 total physicians on its medical staff. The system includes six hospitals (five in Louisville and one in Madison, Indiana) with 1,993 licensed beds, eight outpatient centers, 18 Norton Immediate Care Centers, eight Norton Prompt Care at Walgreens clinics and an expanded telehealth program. It provides care at more than 340 locations throughout Kentucky and Southern Indiana.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Louisville, KY, US

Year founded

1988