Sterile Processing Apprentice
Listed on 2026-09-14
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Healthcare
Allied Health, Hospital Operations & Support, Clinical Specialists & Support
Sterile Processing Apprentice
Peace Health Sacred Heart Medical Center | Springfield, OR
Full Time | 1.00 FTE | Variable Shift
Pay Range: $19.62 - $29.44 per hour
The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc. If you've been looking for a meaningful way to start a healthcare career, this is your opportunity to learn a high-demand profession while making a direct impact on patient safety every single day. As a Sterile Processing Apprentice at Peace Health Sacred Heart Medical Center, you'll receive hands-on training, work alongside experienced healthcare professionals, and build toward an industry-standard certification that can open doors to a long-term career in healthcare.
Description
Job Description
Sterile Processing Apprentice
Peace Health Sacred Heart Medical Center | Springfield, OR
Full Time | 1.00 FTE | Variable Shift
Pay Range: $19.62 - $29.44 per hour
Why Peace Health? Why Now?
Not everyone in a hospital cares for patients face-to-face, but every patient depends on the work they do. If you're ready to build a healthcare career with purpose, training, and growth opportunities, our Sterile Processing Apprenticeship offers a direct pathway into a respected healthcare profession.
What's in it for you?
- Earn while you learn. Gain paid, hands-on experience while completing apprenticeship training toward your Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST®) credential.
- Start a career, not just a job. Build specialized healthcare skills that are in demand across hospitals nationwide.
- Make a real impact behind the scenes. Every instrument you prepare helps surgeons, nurses, and physicians provide safe patient care.
- Work with advanced medical technology. Learn industry-standard sterilization, decontamination, and instrument management practices in a busy regional medical center.
- Join a mission-driven team. Be surrounded by caregivers who are committed to serving patients, supporting one another, and helping new team members succeed.
About The Role
As a Sterile Processing Apprentice, you'll learn the essential work that keeps patient care moving safely and efficiently throughout the hospital. Through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on experience, you'll develop the skills needed to inspect, clean, assemble, sterilize, track, and distribute the instruments and equipment used throughout our medical center.
No prior sterile processing experience is required. We'll provide the training, mentorship, and support needed to help you succeed.
What You'll Do
- Learn how surgical instruments and medical equipment are cleaned, disinfected, and sterilized.
- Assemble instrument trays used for surgical and procedural cases.
- Inspect instruments to ensure they are functioning properly and ready for patient care.
- Prepare, package, and label supplies for sterilization.
- Operate sterilization equipment and document quality control processes.
- Track instruments and supplies using hospital technology systems.
- Deliver supplies and equipment throughout the hospital.
- Maintain accurate records and inventory.
- Help ensure caregivers have the sterile tools they need when they need them.
- Participate in apprenticeship coursework and on the job training.
- Receive coaching, mentorship, and feedback to support your professional development.
Success Matrix:
How Your Work Impacts Patients
At Peace Health, success isn't measured solely by tasks completed. It's measured by the difference your work makes for patients, families, and clinical teams.
In Your First 90 Days
- Learn safe instrument handling, cleaning, and sterilization practices.
- Build confidence using sterile processing equipment and technology.
- Develop strong working relationships with surgical and clinical teams.
Within Your First Year
- Progress toward CRCST certification requirements.
- Independently manage assigned workflows with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Help ensure surgical teams have the instruments needed for patient procedures.
Long-Term Impact
- Reduce delays and cancellations related to missing or unavailable instruments.
- Help prevent infection risks through proper sterilization practices.
- Support safe, efficient patient care across multiple hospital departments.
- Contribute to positive patient outcomes by ensuring caregivers have reliable, ready-to-use equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Interest in healthcare, patient safety, or…
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