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UCHealth

Sterile Processing Tech Lead

Aurora, CO

$24.11 - $36.17/hr

Sterile Processing AIP Work Schedule: Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Nights Pay: $24.11 - $36.17 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience Summary : Leads ...

UCHealth

Lead Sterile Processing Tech

Aurora, CO

$24.11 - $36.17/hr

Sterile Processing AIP Work Schedule: Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Weekend Nights Pay: $24.11 - $36.17 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience Summary

UCHealth

Sterile Processing Tech Lead

Aurora, CO · On-site

$24.11 - $36.17/hr

Sterile Processing AIP Work Schedule: Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Nights Pay: $24.11 - $36.17 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience Summary : Leads ...

UCHealth

Sterile Processing Tech Associate

Longmont, CO

$21.49 - $27.94/hr

LPH Sterile Process Work Schedule: PRN, 0.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Flex Pay: $21.49 - $27.94 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience Summary : Develops skills ...

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Sterile Processing Tech Lead

Loveland, CO

$24.11 - $36.17/hr

MCR Sterile Process Work Schedule: Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Evenings Pay: $24.11 - $36.17 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience Summary : Leads ...

UCHealth

Lab Processing Tech

Aurora, CO · On-site

$19.10 - $24.83/hr

The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for ...

UCHealth

Lab Processing Tech

Aurora, CO · On-site +1

$19.10 - $24.83/hr

The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for ...

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Lab Processing Tech

Aurora, CO · On-site +1

$19.10 - $24.83/hr

The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for ...

UCHealth

Sterile Processing Tech I Certified

Aurora, CO

$23.49 - $30.53/hr

Sterile Processing AIP Work Schedule: Full Time, 72.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Weekend Days Pay: $23.49 - $30.53 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience Summary

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What is a processing tech?

A processing tech is a worker responsible for handling, preparing, and managing materials or products in manufacturing, healthcare, or laboratory settings. They often operate specialized equipment, follow safety protocols, and ensure quality control during processing tasks.

What jobs pay $10,000 a month without a degree?

Processing technicians typically do not earn $10,000 a month without specialized experience or certifications. High-paying roles that can reach this level often involve sales, entrepreneurship, or skilled trades such as real estate, software development, or certain technical fields where experience and skills are prioritized over formal degrees.

Will AI replace sterile processing techs?

Processing technicians play a critical role in sterilizing and preparing medical instruments, and their work requires attention to detail and adherence to safety standards. While AI and automation can assist with certain tasks, they are unlikely to fully replace sterile processing techs due to the need for human oversight, judgment, and quality control in sterile processing environments.

Can you make 6 figures as a sterile processing technician?

Sterile processing technicians typically earn salaries below six figures, with most earning between $35,000 and $55,000 annually. Reaching a six-figure income usually requires additional certifications, experience, or advancement into supervisory or specialized roles within healthcare facilities.
What cities in Colorado are hiring for Processing Tech jobs? Cities in Colorado with the most Processing Tech job openings:
Infographic showing various Processing Tech job openings in Colorado as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 9% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.
Sterile Processing Tech Lead

Sterile Processing Tech Lead

UCHealth

Aurora, CO

$24.11 - $36.17/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

UCHealth (Colorado) rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 440 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

225th of 872 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Description
Location: UCHealth Anschutz Inpt Pavilion, Aurora, CO.
Department: Sterile Processing AIP
Work Schedule: Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)
Shift: Nights
Pay: $24.11 - $36.17 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience
Summary:
Leads team members of an assigned area or function by demonstrating and providing advanced knowledge of job responsibilities.
Responsibilities:
  • Assists with the development, implementation, and evaluation of departmental policies and procedures.
  • Provides mentoring, monitoring, coaching, and evaluation of team members' performance, especially in the areas of productivity and quality management. Serves as a positive role model for team members by working with them to promote teamwork and cooperation.
  • Assists with coordinating services, prioritizing assignments and workflow, and promoting situational decision-making/problem solving. Assist team with ordering of supplies for the department and monitoring of staff production and quality metrics.
  • Performs responsibilities of underlying job. Takes responsibility for, or provides guidance to team members on, the handling of complex or novel issues.

Requirements:
  • High School diploma or GED. Preferred: Medical Terminology course.
  • Certified as a CSPDT (Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician) or CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician). Preferred: 1 of the following additional certifications: Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL)or Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS)or Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) by the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) equivalent.
  • 2 years of sterile processing experience.

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UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program. *
Recognition
  • Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.
  • Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living.
  • Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive.

Health and well-being
  • Medical, dental and vision coverage.
  • Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
  • Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
  • Free Care.com membership.
  • Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
  • Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
    • New employees receive an initial PTO load with first paycheck.
  • Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options.
  • Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.

Retirement and savings
  • 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
  • Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
  • Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.

Education and career growth
  • UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.
    • Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
    • Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre-paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement.
  • Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.
  • Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.

*Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours.
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UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.
UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when the do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.
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