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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for spd tech in Arizona is $25.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.61 and $30.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an SPD Tech?

SPD Techs, or Sterile Processing Department Technicians, are healthcare professionals responsible for cleaning, sterilizing, assembling, and distributing medical instruments and equipment used in hospitals and surgical centers. They play a crucial role in preventing infections by ensuring that all surgical tools and devices are properly sanitized and ready for use. SPD Techs also maintain inventory, manage sterilization equipment, and follow strict protocols to ensure patient safety. Their work supports the surgical team and helps maintain a safe healthcare environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an SPD Tech?

To thrive as a SPD Tech, you need a solid understanding of infection control, instrument sterilization, and medical terminology, typically supported by a high school diploma and Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification. Familiarity with sterilization equipment, tracking systems, and inventory management tools is crucial. Attention to detail, reliability, and strong teamwork skills help ensure all instruments are properly processed and ready for use. These competencies are vital for maintaining patient safety and supporting efficient surgical and clinical operations.

What are some typical challenges SPD Techs face when working in a fast-paced hospital environment?

Spd Techs, or Sterile Processing Technicians, often encounter challenges such as managing a high volume of surgical instruments with tight turnaround times while ensuring strict adherence to sterilization protocols. Working in a hospital setting requires strong attention to detail, as even minor errors can impact patient safety. Additionally, Spd Techs must frequently adapt to updated procedures and collaborate closely with surgical teams to prioritize urgent cases, making flexibility and effective communication essential for success in this role.

What is the difference between Spd Tech vs Medical Equipment Technician?

AspectSpd TechMedical Equipment Technician
CredentialsTypically requires a certification in sterile processing or surgical technologyRequires certification in medical equipment technology or biomedical equipment technology
Work EnvironmentHospitals, surgical centers, sterile processing departmentsHospitals, clinics, biomedical repair shops
Industry UsageHealthcare, surgical supportMedical device maintenance and repair
Common Search/ComparisonSpd Tech vs Medical Equipment Technician

While both roles work within healthcare settings, Spd Techs focus on sterilizing and preparing surgical instruments, whereas Medical Equipment Technicians maintain and repair medical devices. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

How much do SPD technicians make?

SPD technicians typically earn an average salary ranging from $40,000 to $60,000 per year, depending on experience, location, and certifications. They often work with security, access control, and surveillance systems, requiring technical skills and knowledge of relevant tools.

How much do Spd Techs make?

The average salary for a Spd Tech typically ranges from $40,000 to $60,000 annually, depending on experience, certifications, and the work environment. Salaries can vary based on location, employer, and specific technical skills such as proficiency with diagnostic tools and repair procedures.

Is it hard to get hired as a sterile processing tech?

Getting hired as a sterile processing technician typically requires relevant training or certification, attention to detail, and adherence to safety protocols. While demand for sterile processing techs is steady in healthcare settings, competition can vary based on location and experience, but entry-level positions are often accessible with proper qualifications.

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Infographic showing various Spd Tech job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 11% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,291 per year, or $25.6 per hour.

SPD Technician, NAHOSC - Flagstaff, AZ

Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation

Flagstaff, AZ • On-site

$20.01 - $29.64/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Northern Arizona Healthcare rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 59 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Overview

This position is for the Northern Arizona Healthcare Outpatient Surger Center.  Depending on qualifications, this role may be hired as SPD Tech 1, SPD Tech 2, or Lead SPD Tech.

SPD Tech 1:

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the proper care and handling of all general and specialty surgical instrumentation which includes cleaning, decontamination, identification, assembly, troubleshooting, packaging, distribution, and sterilization.

SPD Tech 2:

The Sterile Processing Tech II is responsible for precepting new employees, taking on the responsibilities of a surgical specialty, including maintenance of inventory, instruments, and education in coordination with the Surgical Specialty Lead, and solves complicated problems between Sterile Processing and the Operating Room. The Sterile Processing Tech II may also be called upon to temporarily take the duties of a Lead Sterile Processing Tech when a Lead is not available.

Lead SPD Tech:

In addition to performing all duties of the Sterile Processing Tech I & II, the Lead Sterile Processing Tech will assist in supervising assigned shifts and staff. The Lead Sterile Processing Tech is responsible for precepting new employees, acting as a resource for the department, communicating with the Operating Room in a timely and professional manner, and supervising workflow. The Lead Sterile Processing Tech will also be asked to participate in the hiring process, evaluations, and disciplinary actions, as well as assist with employee grievances. The Lead Sterile Processing Tech may also be called upon to take SPD Supervisor duties when necessary.
This position's work location is on site.


Responsibilities

SPD Tech 1:

  • Instrument Care
    • Decontaminates, assembles, and packages all surgical instruments following established protocols.
    • Inspects instrumentation for functionality and damage, and prepares order requests for instruments that need repair or replacement.
    • Identifies instruments for various surgical specialties and follows manufacturers IFUs for proper processing.
    • Operates autoclaves.
    • Maintains biological and chemical wash solutions to ensure quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment, while maintaining a clean environment.
  • Administrative
    • Maintains appropriate logs and records relative to the sterilization process, including sterilizer load records and biological monitoring records.
    • Responds to problem calls from Operating Rooms and performs preliminary investigations.
    • Restocks, labels, and maintains inventory, submits requisitions, collects and distributes instruments, trays, urology cart, and facility medical equipment.
    • Determines priority level of instrumentation and equipment requests, may include preparing and delivering case carts with extreme accuracy.
  • Compliance/Safety
    • Responsible for reporting any safety related incident in a timely fashion through the Midas/RDE tool; attends all safety related training programs; performs work in a safe manner; monitors work environment for possible safety issues and ensures others are also performing work in a safe manner.
    • Assists with maintaining established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, and quality improvement, safety, and environmental and infection control standards.
    • Follows guidelines for safety with regards to contact precautions and all policies/procedures dealing with blood borne pathogens.
    • Adheres to regulatory and organizational standards affecting patient care and safety as well as all hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Practices in a safe and cost effective manner.
    • If required for position, ensures all certifications and/or licenses are up-to-date and valid prior to expiration dates.
    • Completes all company mandatory modules and required job specific training in the specified time frame.
    • Safety: Responsible for reporting any work-related injury or exposure incident by the end of the shift on the day of occurrence using the Midas/RDE tool; attends all safety related training; performs work in a safe manner, including proper hand hygiene and the appropriate donning/doffing of personal protective attire; ensures others are also performing work in a safe manner; monitors work environment for possible safety issues and reports safety concerns to manager.

SPD Tech 2:

  • Instrument Care
    • Decontaminates, assembles, and packages all surgical instruments following established protocols.
    • Inspects instrumentation for functionality and damage, and prepares order requests for instruments that need repair or replacement.
    • Identifies instruments for various surgical specialties and follows manufacturers IFUs for proper processing.
    • Operates autoclaves.
    • Maintains biological and chemical wash solutions to ensure quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment, while maintaining a clean environment.
  • Administrative
    • Maintains appropriate logs and records relative to the sterilization process, including sterilizer load records and biological monitoring records.
    • Responds to problem calls from Operating Rooms and performs preliminary investigations.
    • Restocks, labels, and maintains inventory, submits requisitions, collects and distributes instruments, trays, urology cart, and facility medical equipment.
    • Determines priority level of instrumentation and equipment requests, may include preparing and delivering case carts with extreme accuracy.
  • People Development
    • Precept new employees according to education and department standards.
    • Responsible for a surgical specialty, including maintaining inventory, instrumentation, and education in conjunction with the Surgical Specialty Lead.
    • Is the department liaison in problem-solving between Sterile Processing and the Operating Room.
    • Provide support services for Lead Sterile Processing Techs, including prioritization, organization, and communication.
    • Plays an active part in designing and enforcing policies and procedures relevant to Sterile Processing.
  • Compliance/Safety
    • Responsible for reporting any safety related incident in a timely fashion through the Midas/RDE tool; attends all safety related training programs; performs work in a safe manner; monitors work environment for possible safety issues and ensures others are also performing work in a safe manner.
    • Assists with maintaining established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, and quality improvement, safety, and environmental and infection control standards.
    • Follows guidelines for safety with regards to contact precautions and all policies/procedures dealing with blood borne pathogens.
    • Adheres to regulatory and organizational standards affecting patient care and safety as well as all hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Practices in a safe and cost effective manner.
    • If required for position, ensures all certifications and/or licenses are up-to-date and valid prior to expiration dates.
    • Completes all company mandatory modules and required job specific training in the specified time frame.
    • Safety: Responsible for reporting any work-related injury or exposure incident by the end of the shift on the day of occurrence using the Midas/RDE tool; attends all safety related training; performs work in a safe manner, including proper hand hygiene and the appropriate donning/doffing of personal protective attire; ensures others are also performing work in a safe manner; monitors work environment for possible safety issues and reports safety concerns to manager.

Lead SPD Tech:

  • Supervision
    • Oversee assigned shifts and staff, including managing workflow to meet demand.
    • Seek out and participate in mentoring opportunities.
  • Communication
    • Demonstrates ability to keep open communication(s) with the operating room at all times.
  • Education
    • Participate in educating staff on new equipment, methods, and procedures.
    • Be an active part in designing and enforcing policies and procedures relevant to Sterile Processing.
  • Compliance/Safety
    • Responsible for reporting any safety-related incident in a timely fashion through the Midas/RDE tool; attends all safety-related training programs; performs work in a safe manner; monitors work environment for possible safety issues and ensures others are also performing work in a safe manner.
    • Stays current and complies with state and federal regulations/statutes and company policies that impact the employee's area of responsibility.
    • If required for the position, ensures all certifications and/or licenses are up-to-date and valid prior to expiration dates.
    • Completes all company mandatory modules and required job-specific training within the specified time frame.

Qualifications

Education
  • High School Diploma or GED- Required
  • Graduation from an accredited Sterile Processing program or other higher education- Preferred
Certification & Licensures
  • SPD Tech 1:
    • CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) or CSPDT (Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician) – Required within 2 years from date of hire.
  • SPD Tech 2:

    • CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) or CSPDT (Certified

    • Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician) – Required

    • Certification as an Instrument Specialist- Preferred

  • Lead SPD Tech:
    • CRCST/CBSPD Certification- Required
    • CSPM/CHL Certification- Preferred
    • Certification as an Instrument Specialist- Preferred

Employee will obtain and maintain appropriate clinical competencies for the roles assigned by their departmental leader.

 
Experience
  • SPD Tech 1:
    • Recent experience as a Sterile Processing Tech or Surgical Tech- Preferred
    • Education in healthcare field- Preferred
  • SPD Tech 2:
    • Recent experience as a Sterile Processing Tech or Surgical Tech- Required
  • Lead SPD Tech:
    • Recent experience as a Sterile Processing Tech or Surgical Tech- Required
    • Previous supervisory experience- Preferred

Healthcare is a rapidly changing environment and technology is integrated into almost all aspects of patient care. Computers and other electronic devices are utilized across the organization and throughout each department. Colleagues must have an understanding of computers, and competence in using computers and basic software programs.

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Northern Arizona Healthcare (NAH) is a preeminent health service provider headquartered in Flagstaff, Arizona, US. Founded on an unwavering commitment to deliver compassionate, world-class care, NAH is a key player in the healthcare industry. The key services include cardiology, oncology, emergency services, surgery, women's health services, among others. With operations established over a century ago, it started serving the community in Flagstaff since 1911 before expanding to other locations. NAH's mission lodges the cornerstone that every individual should have access to top-quality, cost-effective health care. NAH's achievements range from national recognitions in patient safety to infrastructure development, like the opening of the new Children’s Health Center, highlighting their commitment to toddler health.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Flagstaff, AZ, US

Year founded

1936

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