Certified Sterile Processing Technician (Per Diem, Day Shift)

Adventist Health; Montebello (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health White Memorial Montebello is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate and process surgical instruments, assemble trays, and support sterilization operations. The role requires attention to instrument counts, maintaining clean work areas and assisting with OR turnover as needed.

The position requires a Sterile Processing Technician certification and HLFS certification, with a strong commitment to patient safety and teamwork in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School Education/GED or equivalent is required.
• Associate/Technical Degree or equivalent combination is preferred.
• Sterile Processing Technician certification is required.
• Hospital Fire and Life Safety (HLFS) certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminates and processes instruments, compiles instrument sets and counts.
• Sterilizes instruments and prepares immediate-use instruments when needed.
• Maintains a clean, orderly department environment and assists with OR turnover.
• Performs daily diagnostic testing on sterilizing equipment and records results.
• Provides services for various departments under RN supervision.

Education

High School/GED

Associate/Technical Degree

Job description

Job Description

Centered in the heart of Montebello, Adventist Health White Memorial Montebello has a 70-year history of providing quality healthcare to the community. We are comprised of a 192-bed hospital, wound care medical office and surgical and laboratory services. The greater Los Angeles area is known for its art, rich culture, numerous sports teams and world-renowned dining. There is something for everyone in this culturally diverse community.

Job Summary

Processes and sterilizes surgical and hospital instruments and equipment. Assembles surgical instrument sets and trays. Distributes patient care supplies and equipment.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Sterile Processing Technician certification: Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Hospital Fire and Life Safety (HLFS): Required

Essential Functions

• Decontaminates and processes instruments, including compiling instrument sets, counting instruments and recording counts. Sterilizes instruments, trays, basins, etc. with the appropriate exposure/dry times. Prepares instruments for “immediate use” sterilization when necessary. Maintains a clean and orderly environment in the department by daily wiping of counters, sinks, exterior surface of autoclaves and high disinfection equipment. Cleans the autoclave chambers on a weekly basis. Assists Operating Room Housekeeping with room turn over, terminal cleaning of Operating Room suites, and daily duties, if necessary. Assists with picking supplies/instruments for upcoming cases.
• Performs daily diagnostic testing on sterilizing equipment, including test packs, biological indicators and diagnostic cycle for Endoscope Processors. Evaluates instruments for function and safety when reprocessing. Provides reprocessing services for ancillary department instruments, including Emergency Room, Respiratory Therapy, Physical Therapy, Radiology.
• Identifies and evaluates loaner instruments prior to processing. Records loaner information in a log for tracking. Maintains Biological Incubator and log; evaluates for biological test results.
• Provides technical services and assists in operating room, recovery, outpatient endoscopy, and central sterile as assigned and directed. Works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and reports to the perioperative services manager.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

JOB INFO

Job Identification : 71168

Job Category : Technician

Posting Date : 2026-08-26T02:34:21+00:00

Job Schedule : Full time

Job Shift : Day Shift

Locations : Montebello, CA, United States

Assignment Category : Per Diem

Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $26.66 to $34.27. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.

Hiring Department : Sterile Processing

Shift Length : 8 Hours