Sterile Processing Technician Jobs

As of Saturday, February 7th 2026, Vivian has 14 listings for local contract Sterile Processing Technician jobs. These jobs pay $33 per hour on average, and up to $42 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

As of Saturday, February 7th 2026, Vivian has 38 listings for travel Sterile Processing Technician jobs. These jobs pay $1,313 per hour on average, and up to $1,814 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Take a look at Vivian's Sterile Processing Technician Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.

Sterile processing techs, also called central service technicians, are allied health professionals who specialize in ensuring medical and surgical equipment and tools are clean and functioning properly. SPTs are crucial members of any central services team and help maintain sterile environments and prevent patient infections. They typically work behind-the-scenes, making this career path ideal for those wanting limited patient interaction while playing an essential role in their well-being.

Some healthcare employers may prefer sterile processing tech job candidates with Certified Ambulatory Surgery Sterile Processing Technicians (CASSPT), Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor (CFER), Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS), Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT), Certified Sterile Processing Management (CSPM), Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), and some may even require specific professional certifications.

Having a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) validates your knowledge and skills as a sterile processing technician and your dedication to continuing your education in your chosen field. All of which makes you a more desirable job candidate to healthcare employers.