Associate Sterile Processing Technician

Providence • Santa Monica, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Associate Sterile Processing Technician at Providence Saint Johns Health Center in Santa Monica, CA. This position is a full time, variable shift and will work 8 hours a day. Providence Saint John's Health Center has been recognized as a Magnet® hospital in 2025 —a prestigious designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), which recognizes organizations that provide the highest-quality care. Only 9.96% of U.S. hospitals earn Magnet® recognition, which means that only 1% of U.S. hospitals are four times designated. We are also recognized as one of the best regional hospitals in 17 types of care by U.S. News & World Report and honored by Newsweek and Healthgrades for exceptional clinical quality. Be a part of our distinguished team dedicated to excellence in patient care. Under the direct supervision and guidance of qualified Sterile Processing personnel, performs entry-level sterile processing duties while completing required facility-based clinical training, orientation, and competency validation. The Associate Sterile Processing Technician has completed the didactic portion of an approved sterile processing education program and applies this foundational knowledge during supervised clinical training after hire. Participates in the cleaning, decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable medical devices and surgical instrumentation in accordance with facility policies, manufacturers' Instructions for Use, and applicable standards and guidelines. Performs assigned duties within demonstrated competency and progressively assumes additional responsibilities as training and competency requirements are completed. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Saint Johns Health Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Requirements

• Completion of the required didactic or classroom portion of an accredited or organization-approved sterile processing technician education program.
• Eligibility to complete the clinical, hands-on, or practicum portion of the sterile processing program following employment.
• National Certified Registered Central Service Technician - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association within 1 year of hire or National Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution within 1 year of hire.

Nice To Haves

• H.S. Diploma or GED - General education.
• 6 months of exposure through laboratory, simulation, observation, volunteer, or healthcare experience.
• Prior hands-on clinical sterile processing experience is not required because clinical training will be completed upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs entry-level sterile processing duties while completing required facility-based clinical training, orientation, and competency validation.
• Applies foundational knowledge from an approved sterile processing education program during supervised clinical training after hire.
• Participates in the cleaning, decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable medical devices and surgical instrumentation in accordance with facility policies, manufacturers' Instructions for Use, and applicable standards and guidelines.
• Performs assigned duties within demonstrated competency and progressively assumes additional responsibilities as training and competency requirements are completed.

Benefits

• Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED