Ambulatory Surgery Sterile Processing Tech (Per Diem)

Orthopaedic Hospital; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

ASC Technical Los Angeles, an ambulatory surgery center, seeks a Sterile Processing Technician to support the operating room team. You will handle instrument decontamination, inspection, assembly, and sterile processing, following standards and policies.

You will maintain documentation, assist with instrument trays, inventory, and ensure timely availability of instrumentation for cases. Candidates need 2-4 years sterile processing experience and BCLS certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2-4 years of central sterile or operating room experience
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
• Working knowledge of instrument names, care and handling, sterilization, and disinfection

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect instruments and equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions for use
• Inspect, assemble, and process instrument trays; maintain inventory of trays, instrumentation, and supplies
• Operate mechanical, electrical, and air-powered equipment per manufacturer’s instructions; verify equipment is functioning before use and remove malfunctioning equipment
• Anticipate and select equipment and supplies in an organized, cost-effective, and timely manner
• Assist with OR turnover and preparation of sterile supplies (e.g., opening, case pulling)
• Collaborate with surgical and nursing staff to ensure timely availability of instrumentation for upcoming cases
• Keep the sterile processing area clean, tidy, free of soiled equipment, and properly stocked
• Maintain documentation and records of sterile processing activities
• Follow required attire and traffic patterns in restricted areas
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives
• Identify and report suspected child, spousal/partner, and elder abuse per protocol
• With additional training, may assist the surgical team as a second scrub person

Skills

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

ASC Technical Los Angeles, an ambulatory surgery center, seeks a Sterile Processing Technician to support the operating room team. You will handle instrument decontamination, inspection, assembly, and sterile processing, following standards and policies.

You will maintain documentation, assist with instrument trays, inventory, and ensure timely availability of instrumentation for cases. Candidates need 2-4 years sterile processing experience and BCLS certification.