Sterile Processing Tech I - (Full-Time, 8-Hour Night Shifts)

Stanford Health Care•Palo Alto, CA

11d•$36 - $40

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Technician I supports the hospital’s Sterile Processing Department and performs departmental activities according to established policies and procedures. Duties include decontaminating, assembling, sterilizing, storing, and distributing patient-care instruments, equipment, and supplies. The role may include working in sterile cores of the operating rooms and participating in patient-safety and performance-improvement initiatives. The technician follows applicable hospital, departmental, and regulatory requirements, including Joint Commission standards. The position supports quality control, quality assurance, preventive maintenance, inventory management, shift reporting, and staff training. Teamwork, effective communication, professional conduct, and ongoing self-development are expected. This is a Stanford Health Care position. The hourly base pay scale generally starts at $36.01–$40.38. Final pay is determined by factors including internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training; the stated scale does not promise a particular wage.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Ability to clean, sterilize, assemble, and store medical supplies and equipment according to established standards and procedures.
Ability to prioritize work effectively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to establish and maintain respectful relationships with a diverse population.
Ability to follow assignment-related policies and procedures, including basic arithmetic and inventory calculations.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English effectively at a level appropriate for the job.
Knowledge of and experience with surgical instrumentation, sterilization practices, surgical supplies, and case-cart assembly.
Knowledge of basic medical terminology, sterilization methods and equipment, supply distribution, storage, and inventory control.
Knowledge of surgical instrument processing, including assembly of complex surgical instrument sets across all services.
Obtain CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) within one year, or hold CSPDT (Sterile Processing/Distribution Technician) certification.

Nice To Haves

Any combination of education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, along with any required licenses or certifications, is qualifying; this is identified as preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with training new staff.
Use resources prudently and maintain inventory efficiently.
Follow hospital safety and infection-prevention policies and guidelines.
Maintain professional behavior and appearance.
Participate in internal and external educational opportunities for professional development.
Manage shift-work information using appropriate manual or electronic systems and report discrepancies or unusual activity to the Acting Lead Technician, Lead Technician, or Supervisor.
Comply with departmental and institutional regulatory requirements, policies, and procedures for quality control, quality assurance, and preventive maintenance.
Participate in quality-improvement activities, including appropriate monitoring and documentation.
Participate in hospital departmental committees and task forces as requested.
Perform duties according to hospital and Sterile Processing Department policies and procedures, collaborating with peers to meet departmental goals.
Decontaminate, assemble, sterilize, and distribute supplies and instrumentation in accordance with standard procedures and applicable regulatory requirements, including Joint Commission requirements.
Prepare shift activity reports and inform the Acting Lead Technician or Lead Technician of issues and needs.
Promote a positive work environment through communication, diversity awareness, and teamwork.
Participate in patient-safety and performance-improvement initiatives.