Evening Sterile Processing Technician

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley is seeking a Central Service Technician to sterilize and prepare instruments, trays and equipment. You will load autoclaves, monitor cycles and ensure records meet inspection standards.

The role requires attention to detail, basic computer skills, and adherence to safety and infection-control guidelines. Responsibilities include assembling procedure trays, dispensing supplies, assisting in team training, and maintaining department inventory.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year to 2 years applicable experience preferred.
• Central Service Technician training required.
• CRCST certification preferred.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers required.

Responsibilities

• Sterilizes instruments, equipment, linen and supplies using autoclaves.
• Loads autoclaves and monitors cycles; documents records for inspection.
• Assembles instrument procedure trays and packs; wraps for sterilization.
• Dispenses sterile and non-sterile equipment and supplies on request.
• Disassembles, cleans, reassembles and tests portable equipment.
• Assists in orientation of new employees to the work area.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Time management

Attention to detail

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Quality Assurance knowledge

Infection control knowledge

Safety guidelines

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Central Service Technician training

Job description

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley is seeking a Central Service Technician to sterilize and prepare instruments, trays and equipment. You will load autoclaves, monitor cycles and ensure records meet inspection standards.

The role requires attention to detail, basic computer skills, and adherence to safety and infection-control guidelines. Responsibilities include assembling procedure trays, dispensing supplies, assisting in team training, and maintaining department inventory.