Sterile Processing Tech II
About The Position
The Sterile Processing Tech II ensures patient safety and surgical efficiency by decontaminating, sterilizing, assembling, and managing medical instruments and equipment. The role supports infection control and positive patient outcomes across clinical areas by processing surgical instruments, maintaining accurate documentation, testing equipment, and managing inventory in accordance with established protocols. The position also involves following infection control standards, troubleshooting equipment, and helping maintain a safe and efficient sterile processing environment. Success requires attention to detail, organizational and communication skills, commitment to sterile technique and patient safety, self-motivation, and adaptability in a fast-paced support service role. This position is represented by SEIU-UHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed acute care nonprofit hospital founded in 1955. It serves more than 80,000 patients annually and provides a range of services, including a Level II Trauma Center, heart care, cancer care, and women’s health. It is the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. The hospital has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center, and was recognized as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.
Requirements
- High school diploma in General Studies or GED in General Studies, upon hire.
- Completion of a Sterile Processing Program or surgical tech program.
- Fire Safety certification within 90 days.
- Basic Life Support - CPR certification upon hire.
- One of the following certifications upon hire: Certified and Registered Central Service Technician; Certified Sterile Processing and Dist Supervisor; Certified Sterile Processing and Dist Tech; or Cert Sterile Processing Dist Tech.
Nice To Haves
- At least two years of experience with surgical instrumentation.
- At least two years of prior sterile processing or surgical tech experience.
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, upon hire.
Responsibilities
- Clean and decontaminate surgical instruments and other medical equipment according to established policies and procedures.
- Inspect, assemble, package, and sterilize medical devices according to manufacturers’ recommendations and established procedures.
- Apply knowledge of sterilization, asepsis, infection control, and universal safety precautions.
- Document processing steps using department logs or computers and use hospital instrument tracking systems in designated areas.
- Disassemble, clean, or decontaminate surgical instruments according to manufacturers’ recommendations, including using ultrasonic cleaning when applicable.
- Maintain supplies required for daily use and communicate effectively with those responsible for ordering.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
