Sterile Processing Technician - Earn While You Learn Program

The UVA Earn While You Learn Trainee Program provides structured coursework and paid on-the-job-training as a full-time, benefitted employee. Performs and participates in decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, scanning, sterilization, storage and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.

We are currently reviewing applications for October 2025. All Earn While You Learn programs are based in Charlottesville, VA and surrounding counties.

Join a culture that encourages growth, teamwork, diversity, pride, efficiency, and exceptional patient care. Whether you are starting your very first job or want to start a new career in healthcare, the Earn While You Learn training programs could be the place for you.

The UVA Earn While You Learn Trainee Program provide s structured coursework and paid on-the-job-training as a full-time, benefitted employee. Minimum requirements are a high school diploma or GED; no experience is required . If you are seeking a career that is rewarding and makes a difference, join one of the nation’s premier academic health systems.

Find more information on program career paths and training here: https://hr.virginia.edu/careers-uva/job-openings/earn-while-you-learn

If you are interested in being considered for any of the training programs, please apply to this posting. You will be contacted by a Recruiter to schedule an interview via Teams.

Position Compensation: $17.50/hour + benefits

You will be paid a total of 40 hours /week. All course and certification fees will be paid for by UVA Health in return for 1 year FULL-TIME commitment as an employee at UVA Health once course is completed.

• Prepares and assembles surgical trays and equipment following established tray listings for issue storage or further processing (such as sterilization).
• Monitors reads documents and interprets all parameters for all types of sterilizers to ensure proper function (ETO Steam Steris and Sterrad).
• Cleans and decontaminates reusable equipment instruments and supplies manually and mechanically (Hand Washing Washer/Sterilizer Ultrasonic Cleaner Scope Washer Cart Washer).
• Distributes all sterile and non-sterile supplies and medical equipment upon request or through case cart requisitions.
• Operates the departmental bar code system to maintain records for surgical trays and instruments received processed and distributed (SPM Tracking System).
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Position Compensation Range: -

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.

Experience: No experience required.

Licensure: No licensure/certifications are required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 25-50lbs. Working in environment with fumes, chemicals, vibrations, heat, noise, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.