Sterile Processing Tech II

CommonSpirit Health • Northridge, CA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Join our team and play a vital role in ensuring patient safety! As a Sterile Processing Tech II, you'll be responsible for the meticulous cleaning, decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, and sterilization of surgical instruments and equipment used throughout our facility. You'll be a key contributor to a safe and efficient operating room environment. Instrument Expert: Thoroughly clean, decontaminate, inspect, assemble, package, and sterilize medical devices according to established procedures and manufacturer's instructions. Equipment Guardian: Operate and maintain cleaning and sterilization equipment, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to safety protocols. Quality Assurance Champion: Perform biological testing, monitor autoclave performance, and identify instruments needing repair or sharpening. Inventory Manager: Maintain supply levels, fill surgical case cart requisitions using our hospital computer system, and report any equipment malfunctions. Team Player & Mentor: Collaborate effectively with colleagues, physicians, and supervisory staff. Act as a preceptor and mentor to new team members, sharing your expertise and contributing to their development. Safety Advocate: Demonstrate a strong understanding of sterilization principles, infection control practices, and universal safety precautions.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years experience with surgical instrumentation required.
• Minimum two years prior sterile processing or surgical tech experience required.
• Completion of a Sterile Processing Program or surgical tech program required.
• High School Graduate or equivalent required.
• Certified and Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Surgical Technologist Certification (CST) required.
• CRCST required within 6 months of hire/transfer for Certified Surgical Technologists.
• All certifications are required through HSPA.
• Knowledge of specialty instruments and thorough knowledge of disinfecting and sterilization procedures required.
• Current AHA BLS card required
• Fire Card (within 90 days of hire) required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution preferred.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly clean, decontaminate, inspect, assemble, package, and sterilize medical devices according to established procedures and manufacturer's instructions.
• Operate and maintain cleaning and sterilization equipment, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to safety protocols.
• Perform biological testing, monitor autoclave performance, and identify instruments needing repair or sharpening.
• Maintain supply levels, fill surgical case cart requisitions using our hospital computer system, and report any equipment malfunctions.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues, physicians, and supervisory staff.
• Act as a preceptor and mentor to new team members, sharing your expertise and contributing to their development.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of sterilization principles, infection control practices, and universal safety precautions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees