Quality Control Technician (sterile processing) - QCT26-06236

NavitasPartners•Long Beach, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Navitas Healthcare, LLC is seeking a Quality Control Technician - Sterile Processing for an exciting Travel or Local job in Long Beach, CA. This role involves performing quality inspections of surgical instruments, trays, and sterile processing workflows, ensuring adherence to standards and proper decontamination, cleaning, assembly, and packaging procedures. The technician will operate various sterile processing equipment, maintain accurate records, and ensure compliance with infection prevention and safety requirements.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Minimum 2 years of Sterile Processing experience required
CRCST or equivalent Sterile Processing Certification required
CIS or equivalent Sterile Processing Certification required
Strong experience with instrument decontamination, assembly, inspection, and sterilization procedures
Strong understanding of infection prevention and sterilization best practices
Familiarity with ANSI/AAMI standards and manufacturer IFUs
Experience operating washer disinfectors, sterilizers, autoclaves, and related equipment
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance
Basic computer proficiency and experience with electronic tracking systems
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment

Nice To Haves

Previous Quality Control or Quality Assurance experience in a sterile processing environment preferred
Experience supporting process improvement and compliance initiatives preferred

Responsibilities

Perform quality inspections of surgical instruments, trays, and sterile processing workflows
Follow ANSI/AAMI standards, manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFUs), SOPs, and company work instructions
Decontaminate, clean, inspect, assemble, and package surgical instruments and equipment
Verify instrument cleanliness, functionality, and integrity prior to sterilization and distribution
Identify, document, and report missing, damaged, or non-compliant instruments
Operate washers, sterilizers, autoclaves, and related sterile processing equipment
Maintain accurate records of sterilization cycles, instrument tracking, inventory, and quality metrics
Monitor inventory levels and assist with supply management activities
Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of processing equipment and workstations
Ensure compliance with infection prevention, safety, and quality assurance requirements
Collaborate with operations and processing teams to support workflow efficiency
Participate in training programs, competency assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives