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Medical Device Reprocessing Jobs in Pennsylvania

$97K - $134K/yr

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How much do medical device reprocessing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for medical device reprocessing in Pennsylvania is $36.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.81 and $46.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a medical device reprocessing?

A Medical Device Reprocessing job involves cleaning, disinfecting, sterilizing, and inspecting medical instruments to ensure they are safe for patient use. Professionals in this field follow strict infection control guidelines and operate specialized equipment to maintain the integrity of reusable medical devices. They work in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings, playing a crucial role in preventing infections and ensuring patient safety. This job requires attention to detail, knowledge of sterilization techniques, and adherence to healthcare regulations. Many employers require certification in medical device reprocessing or sterile processing.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in medical device reprocessing?

Medical Device Reprocessing professionals are responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, inspecting, assembling, and sterilizing surgical instruments and medical equipment. Daily tasks include carefully following protocols, operating sterilization machinery, documenting processes, and maintaining inventory of reusable instruments. This role often involves close collaboration with surgical teams and nursing staff to ensure that all equipment is prepared and delivered on time to support patient care. Working in this department typically requires strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines in a busy, regulated healthcare environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in medical device reprocessing?

To thrive in Medical Device Reprocessing, you need attention to detail, manual dexterity, and a solid understanding of infection control principles, often supported by completion of a medical device reprocessing technician program. Familiarity with sterilization equipment, tracking systems, and knowledge of regulatory standards (such as CSA or AAMI certification) is typically required. Strong organizational skills, teamwork, and the ability to communicate clearly are valued soft skills in this field. These abilities ensure that medical devices are cleaned, sterilized, and ready for safe use, which is critical for patient safety and efficient healthcare operations.

Infographic showing various Medical Device Reprocessing job openings in Pennsylvania as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $76,568 per year, or $36.8 per hour.

Medical Equipment Reprocessing Auditor - Infection Control

Chambersburg, PA • On-site


WellSpan Health
Hospitality Services • 10K+ employees

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Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago


Job description


Full Time (80 Hours/Biweekly)
Shift: Days
General Summary
Works with the director to develop an audit tool for (but not limited to) the following areas: sterile processing or medical device reprocessing, operating rooms and anesthesia, radiology, diagnostic imaging, ultrasound, cardiac cath. lab, endoscopy, respiratory therapy, emergency department, labor & delivery, long term care facilities, outside clinics and medical groups. Contacts include the following: Administrative directors, perioperative staff and managers, central sterile processing staff and managers, housekeeping staff and managers, medical equipment reprocessors, technical staff, nurse managers, staff nurses, physicians, surgical technicians, sales representatives, instrument /equipment vendors and hospital personnel.
Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
  • Demonstrates advanced competency to audit all areas of medical equipment reprocessing to determine if standards and guidelines are met. Identify deficiencies, develop an action plan to address and implement the necessary changes to ensure that the appropriate people are performing best-practice expectations. Leadership ability to make decisions independently and works collaboratively with others as a team.
  • Develops and sustains an on-going quality assurance program to ensure high standards of accuracy and good documentation practices for instruments, medical equipment, endoscope reprocessing, sterilization and high level disinfection.
  • Observes, analyzes and assists in training for end users to remain in compliance with instructions for use in cleaning patient care equipment, in sterile surgical and non-surgical departments. Maintains a safe working environment that is consistent with OSHA, CDC, FDA, AAMI and infection control recommendations. Communicates with departments served for proper maintenance of data needed for instrument assembly.
  • The Medical Equipment Auditor's competency level is that of a subject-matter expert in decontamination principles, instrument inspection/assembly, sterilization, and disinfection of clinical equipment.
  • Performs daily audits at patient care areas by conducting site visits, observing reprocessing practices, analyzing policies and procedures used for cleaning, sterilizing and disinfection of equipment.
  • Audits quality assurance checks on all records for tracking device reprocessing and environmental controls for reprocessing. Performs rounding checks to storage, clean, and soiled utility areas in order to ensure safe environment for reprocessing, storing and transporting of equipment.
  • Supports the continuous improvement of quality and service to ensure the goal of excellence in clinical outcomes and customer satisfaction for infection control throughout the health system.
  • Demonstrates leadership and collaborative management skills utilizing effective verbal and written communication skills. This includes documentation, communication and/or presentation.
  • Works in conjunction with practice managers (or designees) to assist with medical equipment reprocessing competencies and formal in-service education and training and orientation programs for new and current employees.
  • Maintains the Biological Monitoring Records of instrument processing and Immediate Use Sterilizers used in the perioperative setting.
  • Identifies and implements cost containment initiatives in collaboration with CSP Manager.
  • Required to audit all WellSpan facilities as needed.

Common Expectations:
  • Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards set forth by applicable regulatory agencies.
  • Provide outstanding service to all customers; foster teamwork; maintain ownership and professional accountability for all duties within the responsibility of the position.
  • Exemplifies excellent communication skills towards physicians, patients, families, staff, visitors, co-workers while present within the various departments. Must always exhibit courtesy, compassion, respect and patient privacy throughout WellSpan. Contributes to teamwork and harmonious working relationships.

Qualifications
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
  • High School Diploma or GED Required

Work Experience:
  • 3 years Experience in central sterile processing and or medical equipment reprocessing at the lead technician level or above. Required

Driver's License Statement:
Must possess a valid driver's license in the current state of residence. Driving record must meet requirements established by WellSpan Risk Management.
Courses and Training:
  • IAHCSMM or CBSPD certification (for sterile processing background). Upon Hire Preferred and
  • Certification or equivalent experience in medical equipment reprocessing (such as mobile patient care equipment). Upon Hire Preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Thorough knowledge of regulatory standards pertaining to medical equipment reprocessing preferred.
  • Outstanding communication, interpersonal, leadership and computer skills required.
  • Highly developed analytical decision making abilities.
  • Capable of effectively encouraging staff to maintain compliance while minimizing disruptions within the work flow of facilities (where appropriate).
  • Able to read and interpret instructions for use (IFUs) for cleaning, high-level disinfection and sterilization of medical equipment and accessories.
  • Have the integrity to communicate the need for a "cease and desist" directive, when appropriate, in order to prevent reprocessing risks to the patient. Active involvement in appropriate professional organizations.
  • Understanding of the departmental standards for governmental and accrediting agencies including but not limited to JCAHO, DOH and HIPPA regarding effective operation of the department/facility.

Benefits Offered:
  • Comprehensive health benefits
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Education assistance
  • Financial education and support, including DailyPay
  • Expanded Paid Parental Leave
  • For additional details: Benefits & Incentives | WellSpan Careers (joinwellspan.org)

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About Us
WellSpan Health's vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout our continuum of care. As an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care, we encompass more than 2,300 employed providers, 250 locations, nine award-winning hospitals, home care and a behavioral health organization serving central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. Our high-performing Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) is the region's largest and one of the best in the nation. With a team 23,000 strong, WellSpan experts provide a range of services, from wellness and employer services solutions to advanced care for complex medical and behavioral conditions. Our clinically integrated network of 3,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice providers is dedicated to providing the highest quality and safety, inspiring our patients and communities to be their healthiest.
About the Team
WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital
Established in 1895 and located in the heart of Franklin County, WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital has long served its South Central Pennsylvania community with award-winning care. WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital's 274-bed facility provides a community of 156,000 residents full-range inpatient, outpatient and emergent care services. The hospital is noted for its leading-edge technology and full range of medical services, including award-winning heart and stroke care, a cardiac catheterization lab, a family birthing unit and Level II NICU, inpatient rehabilitation, a wound center with hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and surgical services, including robotic surgery. At WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital, we work together to provide our neighbors with important health-related programs focused on disease prevention and management, early detection screening, and tools and resources to prevent disease through health fairs, seminars, children's events, "fun runs," and more. WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital was one of several WellSpan hospitals honored by U.S. News & World Report with the High Performing recognition for 2022-23.


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