Instrument Tech III: Hoag Orthopedic Institute Sterile Processing

Hoag Health System; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian seeks an Instrument Technician III with at least 1 year in Sterile Processing. The role includes care, cleaning, handling and reprocessing of instruments, decontamination per guidelines, and assembly of sterilized trays.

The incumbent will support OR case carts and equipment preparation while upholding safety standards. The position also involves documenting procedures, assisting with new-hire orientations, and providing coverage as needed in a professional

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in Sterile Processing.
• Knowledge of surgical instrumentation, supplies and terminology.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with inventory processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and assemble surgery case carts; inventory and restock trays.
• Load and operate sterilizers; wrap trays for sterilization per procedures.
• Assist with orienting new hires and students; perform relief duties.
• Maintain compliance with hospital sterilization guidelines and quality checks.

Skills

Sterile processing

Decontamination

Quality assurance

Education

CRCST or CBSPD certification

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Instrument Technician III has completed a training program and has at least 1 year experience in a SPD department. This role is responsible for care, cleaning, handling and reprocessing of instruments and equipment. This role decontaminates instruments and equipment to hospital and regulatory guidelines. Assembles and wraps trays for sterilization following procedures and loads and operates sterilizers. Uses knowledge of instrumentation blood and body fluid precautions, disinfection techniques, and methods of sterilization to performs quality assurance monitoring. Documents according to policy and procedures. Knowledge of supplies, instrumentation, disinfection techniques, and methods of sterilization. Assists with orienting new hires and students and perform relief duties. In a professional and welcoming manner Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Description

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Instrument Technician III has completed a training program and has at least 1 year experience in a SPD department. This role is responsible for care, cleaning, handling and reprocessing of instruments and equipment. This role decontaminates instruments and equipment to hospital and regulatory guidelines. Assembles and wraps trays for sterilization following procedures and loads and operates sterilizers. Uses knowledge of instrumentation blood and body fluid precautions, disinfection techniques, and methods of sterilization to performs quality assurance monitoring. Documents according to policy and procedures. Knowledge of supplies, instrumentation, disinfection techniques, and methods of sterilization. Assists with orienting new hires and students and perform relief duties. In a professional and welcoming manner Performs other duties as assigned.

The Instrument Technician III is also responsible for providing coordination and assembly of surgery case carts. Accurately completes inventory lists for trays and surgeon preference cards, signs, and dates. Reviews instrument and inventory supplies, restocks, proactively identifies supply/instrumentation needs, gathering of supplies needed for a specific case, and assists with O.R. sterilization processes. The Tech III must have at least 2 of the 3 specialties in SPD- Instrument Room (decon, prep/pack/sterilization), GI scope room, and Case Cart.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Minimum 1 year experience in Sterile Processing required.
• Knowledge of surgical terminology, instrumentation, and supplies. Basic computer skills. Sterile processing and Case Cart experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

License Required

• N/A

License Preferred

• N/A

Certifications Required

• N/A

Certifications Preferred

• CRCST or CBSPD certification

About Us

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian is a nonprofit regional health care delivery network in Orange County, California, consisting of three acute-care hospitals with sixteen urgent care centers, eleven health centers and a network of more than1,800 physicians, 100 allied health members, 8,000 employees, and 2,000 volunteers. More than 30,000 inpatients and 550,000 outpatients choose Hoag each year. For over 70 years, Hoag has delivered a level of personalized care that is unsurpassed among Orange County’s health care providers. Since 1952, Hoag has served the local communities and continues its mission to provide the highest quality health care services through the core strategies of quality and service, people, physician partnerships, strategic growth, financial stewardship, community benefit and philanthropy. Hoag offers a comprehensive blend of health care services including six institutes providing specialized care in the areas of cancer, heart and vascular, neurosciences, women's health, orthopedics, and digestive health through our institutes. Hoag was the highest ranked hospital in Orange County in the 2024-2025 U.S. News &World Report, the only Orange County hospital ranked in the top 10 for California. The organization was ranked the #5 hospital in the Los Angeles Metro Area and the #10 hospital in California. To learn more about Hoag’s awards and accreditations, visit: https://www.hoag.org/about-hoag/awards-accreditations/ . Hoag is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Hoag is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Hoag hires a diverse group of people in a manner that allows them to reach their full potential in the pursuit of organizational objectives.