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Sterile Services Technician Shelburne Hospital 37.5 Hours & Permanent Salary: Up to 25,200.00 per ... You provide a first-class decontamination sterile service to the Operating Theatres, clinical ...

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As of Aug 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for sterile service technician 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 sterile service technician?

Sterile Service Technicians are healthcare professionals responsible for cleaning, sterilizing, and preparing medical instruments and equipment used in surgeries and other medical procedures. They ensure that all items are free of contamination and safe for patient use, playing a crucial role in infection control within hospitals and clinics. Their work supports the smooth operation of operating theaters and other medical departments by providing sterile supplies and equipment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sterile service technician?

To thrive as a Sterile Service Technician, you need a strong understanding of infection control, attention to detail, and often a relevant certificate or on-the-job training in decontamination processes. Familiarity with sterilization equipment, tracking systems, and safety protocols is essential for daily tasks. Reliability, teamwork, and effective communication are important soft skills for maintaining workflow and ensuring compliance. These skills and qualities are crucial to guarantee the safe reprocessing of medical instruments, directly impacting patient safety and healthcare efficiency.

What are some common challenges faced by sterile service technicians, and how can they be managed effectively?

Sterile Service Technicians often face challenges such as managing high workloads during busy periods, maintaining strict attention to detail to prevent contamination, and keeping up with evolving sterilization technologies and protocols. Effective communication with surgical teams and strict adherence to safety procedures are crucial for minimizing errors. Continuous training, strong organizational skills, and proactive teamwork can help manage these challenges and ensure patient safety.

What is the difference between Sterile Service Technician vs Central Sterile Processing Technician?

AspectSterile Service TechnicianCentral Sterile Processing Technician
CertificationsTypically requires certification such as CBSPD or IAHCSMMOften requires similar certifications like CBSPD or IAHCSMM
Work EnvironmentHospitals, surgical centers, clinicsHospitals, surgical centers, clinics
Job ResponsibilitiesCleaning, sterilizing, and preparing surgical instrumentsCleaning, sterilizing, inspecting, and managing surgical instruments and equipment

Both roles involve sterilizing surgical instruments in healthcare settings and often require similar certifications. While the titles may vary, their core responsibilities and work environments are closely aligned, making them interchangeable in many healthcare facilities.

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Infographic showing various Sterile Service Technician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,186 per year, or $27.5 per hour.

Central Sterile Service Technician II

Sentara

Virginia Beach, VA • On-site

$10K/mo

Full-time, Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

Sentara Health rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 414 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

532nd of 895 rated healthcare providers

Job description

City/State

Virginia Beach, VA

Work Shift

Second (Evenings)

Overview:

Sentara is hiring a Central Sterile Service Technician II at Sentara Virginia Hospital in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

Shift: Full Time Second Shift (3p-11p) M-F

Job Description

The Central Sterile Services Technician I is responsible for the decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and preparation of surgical instruments, medical equipment, and supplies used in patient care. This position operates and maintains sterilization equipment according to established procedures and standards. Examines medical equipment for defects and reports faulty equipment to appropriate personnel.

Education

  • HSD/GED REQUIRED

Certification/Licensure

  • Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - Certification - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) Certificate REQUIRED

Experience

  • 1 year CSS, sterilization, and/or central sterile processing experience REQUIRED

Keywords: Talroo - Allied Health. CSS. Instrumentation. Sanitization. Sterilization. Sterilization. Environmental Services. Central Sterile. Central Processing. SPD. CSS Technician. CSS Tech. Sterile Processing. Sterilization. Second Shift. Evening Shift.

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Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave

Emergency Backup Care

Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans

Life Insurance

401k/403B with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education

Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000

Pet Insurance
Legal Resources Plan
Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus ifestablished system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, located in Virginia Beach, VA, is home to the region's only Level III Trauma Center. Our 273-bed facility has a long history of commitment to our communities of Virginia Beach, Eastern Shore, and Northeastern North Carolina, offering specialized tertiary services as well as many advanced clinical services. We are located just 15 minutes from VA Beach Town Center and just a few minutes to the Oceanfront.

As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart, vascular, neuroscience, neurosurgery, orthopedics and spine care, cancer care, advanced imaging, and behavioral health.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.


In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:

Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

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