Sterile Processing Tech II, Sterile Processing, Full-Time, Nights

MarinHealth Medical Center•Bon Air, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Level I Sterile Processing Tech is an entry-level position. Incumbents are expected to learn the full range of duties/responsibilities. Level I Tech must promote to Level II Tech within six months of employment. MarinHealth seeks candidates ready to model our C.A.R.E.S. standards—Communication, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, Safety—which foster a healing, trust-based environment for patients and colleagues. To protect employees, patients, and our community, MarinHealth requires measles, mumps, varicella, and annual influenza immunizations as a condition of employment (and annually thereafter). COVID-19 vaccination/booster remains strongly recommended. Medical or religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. The posted pay range complies with applicable law and reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Individual pay is set by skills, experience, qualifications, and internal/market equity, consistent with MarinHealth’s compensation philosophy. Positions covered by collective bargaining agreements are governed by those agreements. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status, and any other classifications protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Requirements

High School diploma (GED) preferred
Level II: Two year recent experience in OR and/or SPD preferred
CCST - Certified Registered Central Service Tech or CSPD - Certified Sterile Processing/Distribution Tech or CSPT - Certified Sterile Processing Tech
Basic Life Support Required at hire
Knowledge of case cart assembly
Knowledge of surgical instrumentation
Knowledge of medical terminology
General knowledge of implants & surgical supplies
Knowledge of safe practices, one-way flow, and infection control

Responsibilities

Demonstrates knowledge and skills related to aseptic technique principles and practices
Demonstrates knowledge of use, function and care of surgical instrumentation
Capable of surgical instrumentation identification, decontamination, assembly, sterilization, storage and distribution
Demonstrates knowledge of implant sets with an emphasis on orthopedic and neurological, and cardiac trays
Capable of processing equipment
Demonstrates knowledge of different types of sterilizer operation, cleaning, testing, monitoring and documentation activities
Orders, restocks and puts away supplies
Monitors and maintains a clean and safe work area in accordance with Infection Control and Safety policies and procedures
Assembles case carts using Surgeon Preference card file
Orients, teaches and willingly shares information with others
Utilizes cost-effective approaches and practice
Other duties as assigned