Sterile Processing Technician II

Sutter Health • Santa Barbara, CA

1d • $26 - $37

About The Position

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: SC - Sansum Clinic Position Overview: Competently performs standardized instrument processing and decontamination to prevent the spread of infection, illness or disease. Works independently, exercising sound judgment to support the functionality of the department by disinfecting and distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed. Integrates education and technical competence to execute safe and precise sterilization procedures. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care. Job Description: This position is for evening hours and classified as the following: late shift, which will cover evenings and later into the night; however, it is not an overnight role.

Requirements

• Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma
• HS Diploma or GED
• Graduate of an accredited sterile processing program.
• 1-year recent relevant experience.
• General knowledge of surgical tools, procedures, views, and equipment.
• Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline.
• General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Competently performs standardized instrument processing and decontamination to prevent the spread of infection, illness or disease.
• Works independently, exercising sound judgment to support the functionality of the department by disinfecting and distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed.
• Integrates education and technical competence to execute safe and precise sterilization procedures.
• Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED