Skill
Sterilization
Healthcare and Medical
Sterilization is the process of eliminating all forms of microbial life, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and spores, from instruments, surfaces, or materials, typically using heat (autoclaving), chemicals, radiation, or filtration. It is a critical skill in healthcare, laboratory science, dentistry, and manufacturing settings where preventing contamination and infection is essential. Professionals such as nurses, lab technicians, and sterile processing technicians are trained in proper sterilization methods and equipment.
Sterilization in the job market
Last checked October 29, 2026
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Health Technician - Surgical Technician
Veterans Health Administration
Full-time · Lebanon, PA · $68,594 – $89,172
This Operating Room position at a VA Medical Center involves handling surgical instruments, preparing sterile fields, and assisting surgeons during procedures. It suits experienced surgical technicians ready for on-call shifts and the physical demands of prolonged standing and precise instrument work.
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Nurse (Infection Control)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
Full-time · Annapolis Junction, MD · $103,603 – $134,691
This infection control nurse role at a military outpatient clinic manages surveillance programs, tracks infection trends, and ensures compliance with sterilization and safety standards across the facility. The position suits an experienced nurse who can lead quality initiatives, educate staff, and serve as a consultant on infection prevention practices.
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Supervisory Medical Supply Technician-Sterile Processing
Veterans Health Administration
Full-time · Salt Lake City, UT · $74,113 – $96,343
This role supervises a team of medical supply technicians in sterile processing, overseeing daily workflows, equipment readiness, staff performance and quality compliance in a hospital reprocessing environment. It suits someone with hands-on sterile processing experience who is ready to move into first-line supervision and can manage both technical oversight and personnel responsibilities.
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Supervisory Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) - Assistant Chief
Veterans Health Administration
Full-time · San Diego, CA · $94,381 – $122,703
This is a supervisory role overseeing sterile processing operations at a VA medical facility, managing staff, quality control, compliance with infection prevention standards, and equipment inventory. It suits someone with substantial experience in medical sterilization who is ready to step into middle management.
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