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Spectrum Health

Sterile Processing Tech

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

While on orientation techs will attend an SPD 101 class where educators will teach the Sterile Processing Department standard of work and regulations. Techs will also have a preceptor while on ...

Spectrum Health

Sterile Processing Tech

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

While on orientation techs will attend an SPD 101 class where educators will teach the Sterile Processing Department standard of work and regulations. Techs will also have a preceptor while on ...

Trinity Health

Sterile Processing Tech

Livonia, MI · On-site

Sterile Processing Tech - Part Time Evenings, Saturday and Sunday. This is a 0.5FTE with a 1p to 11 ... High school education or equivalent. Must be able to comprehend written and verbal instructions.

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How much do sterile processing educator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for sterile processing educator in Michigan is $23.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.40 and $28.89 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical responsibilities of a sterile processing educator on a daily basis?

A Sterile Processing Educator is responsible for designing and conducting training sessions, ensuring that sterile processing staff follow best practices and comply with regulations. Daily tasks often include developing educational materials, observing staff performance, assessing competency, and providing hands-on instruction with sterilization equipment and procedures. They also stay current with industry updates and coordinate with infection control teams, nursing departments, and management to ensure a comprehensive learning environment. This role is essential for maintaining quality standards and patient safety throughout the healthcare facility.

What is a sterile processing educator?

A Sterile Processing Educator is responsible for training and educating sterile processing technicians on proper decontamination, sterilization, and infection control procedures. They develop instructional materials, conduct hands-on training, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations. Their role is critical in maintaining patient safety by ensuring medical instruments are properly processed and handled. Educators often work in hospitals, surgical centers, or educational institutions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sterile processing educator?

To thrive as a Sterile Processing Educator, you need in-depth knowledge of sterilization techniques, infection control, and adult education strategies, often backed by certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or similar. Experience with sterilization equipment, tracking software, and regulatory standards like AAMI and OSHA is typically required. Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills help educators effectively train and mentor staff members. These skills are crucial for ensuring high-quality sterile processing practices and maintaining compliance in healthcare settings.

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Infographic showing various Sterile Processing Educator job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, and 8% Part Time. Highlights an 96% In-person, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,843 per year, or $24 per hour.

Sterile Processing Tech

Spectrum Health

Grand Rapids, MI

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

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Job description

Corewell Health is offering up to $5,000 as asign onbonus for this opportunity!

About the unit

The Sterile Processing Department is a fast -paced work environment. Upon hire Team Members are expected to attend a 90-day orientation. While on orientation techs will attend an SPD 101 class where educators will teach the Sterile Processing Department standard of work and regulations. Techs will also have a preceptor while on orientation. Technicians will assemble case carts according to surgery schedules. This will include sterile instrumentation according to patient procedure. When completed technicians will transport case cart to the OR and place in designated area. Depending on your hire site in Grand Rapids, Sterile Processing Departments can anticipate 40-90 surgical cases. Sites may include small differences but can expect the same job duties with expectations. Team members can also expect to wear surgical attire in the department.

Orientation/Training

New team membersare required tocomplete a Sterile Processing educational training course. The first7 weeksof this course are mandatory 1st shift 0700-1530 Monday-Friday. Once the course is completed, the team member will transition to their hired shift times for theremainderof orientation.

Scope of work

Sterile Processing professionals are responsible for cleaning, decontaminating, sterilizing, and distributing medical and surgical instrumentation. They are among the most vital contributors to the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care. Work performed in the Sterile Processing department usually follows a processing cycle. Decontam>Inspect>Assembly>Package>Sterilize>Inspect>Store>Inspect >Dispense. After use, items that can be reprocessed are returned to the decontamination area to start the process all over again, it is important to note that at each step in the process, items are inspected to ensure that they are clean, in good repair, assembled, and processed correctly. Sterile Processing Techs are also involved in the record keeping and tracking process across many different functions of their jobs. They must provide properly processed products when they are needed. The patient must be the center of every quality concern.

About Butterworth Hospital

Right in the heart of Grand Rapids,you'llfind a nationally recognized hospital for patient quality and safety and the regional leader in full-service hospitals. Since 1873, we have been growing and building a reputationofexcellence in care, diagnostics, treatment,prevention,and education. It is the flagship hospital for Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent Required

  • CBSPD Certified in Sterile Processing Management (CSPM) or IAHCSMM Registered Central Services Technician, Certified within 1 year and 6 months Required


How Corewell Health cares for you
  • Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
  • On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
  • Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
  • Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
  • Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
  • Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St NE - Grand Rapids

Department Name

Sterile Processing Butterworth - Grand Rapids Hosp

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Evening (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

3:00pm to 11:30pm

Days Worked

Monday-Friday

Weekend Frequency

Every third weekend

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

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