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Surgical

Central Processing Aide

LifePoint Health logoLifePoint Health~$25–$40/hrtypicalPasco, WAFull time, VariedPosted today
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How this pay compares

This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open sterile processing technician jobs in Washington post a median of $32.22 an hour, the middle half $27.49–$35.36, across 25 jobs that state their pay. Sterile processing technicians employed in Washington earn a median of $28.28 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

Sterile processing technicians in Washington: pay by town and employer

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Surgical tech and sterile processing jobs in our research

  • How long these jobs stay listed: Median days to removal 19.0 days · Still listed at 7 days 69.3%
  • Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 1.39x · Clicks 22
  • How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 46.0% · Stating an hourly rate 35.1%

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About the job

Schedule: Full-Time | Union

Your experience matters

Lourdes Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health , a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Central Processing Aide joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ® . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you’ll contribute

A Central Processing Aide who excels in this role

  • Responsible for the proper cleaning, decontamination and inspection of all supplies, instruments and equipment, utilized in the facility, according to the manufacturer’s instructions for use.
  • Perform all aspects of preparing instruments/equipment and maintaining supply PAR levels to meet patient care needs.
  • Utilizes effective communication skills when providing customer service.

Assists with developing, coordinating, and maintaining supply/instrument inventory to assure optimum supplies/instrumentation are available to patient care units.

  • Maintain records for Central/Sterile Processing Department to meet standards of practice for sterilization.
  • Demonstrate professional accountability.
  • Acts independently without specific instruction, utilizing time/resources appropriately, under the direction of the Coordinator, Charge Nurse or Director as needed.
  • Acceptance of other assignments as needed for safe and efficient operation of the unit.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

  • Comprehensive Benefits : Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
  • Financial Protection & PTO : Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
  • Financial & Career Growth : Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
  • Employee Well-being : Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
  • Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we’re looking for

  • Education: High school training and/or specialized education required. Central/Sterile Processing course completion preferred.
  • Skills: Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
  • Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) Other: Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) preferred
  • Experience: Minimum Work Experience Minimum One (1) year in a Central Processing Department, Surgery Department, or equivalent, which includes general knowledge of surgical instruments, supplies, decontamination and sterilization techniques preferred.

Hourly Wage: $17.84-$24.38

Pay Transparency Notice (Washington State)

If you believe this job posting does not include accurate or complete pay information in accordance with the Washington State Equal Pay and Opportunities Act , please inform us immediately. You can contact us at 833-271-4269 to report the issue. For more information on your rights under Washington’s pay transparency laws, visit the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries website at: https://lni.wa.gov

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

From LifePoint Health's job posting, checked 6 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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