Lead Sterile Processing Tech (Evening Shift)

Children’s Hospital of Orange County; California (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Hospital of Orange County is looking for a Sterile Processing Technician Lead to oversee decontamination and sterilization processes. The role requires managing staff, maintaining equipment, and providing exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates must have at least two years of experience in Sterile Processing and hold a High School Diploma or GED. This full-time position supports evening shifts with a pay range from $26.73 to $44.10 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years of Sterile Processing experience.
• Technician Certification within 6 months to 1 year of employment.
• Strong understanding of sterilization standards and biological monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Perform and monitor decontamination, preparation, and sterilization tasks.
• Maintain sterilization logs and manage staff.
• Provide excellent customer service and monitor supply distribution.

Skills

Proficient in verbal and written English

Excellent telephone and customer service skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks in a rapidly changing environment

Basic computer use and instrument tracking system knowledge

Leadership and teamwork experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate degree in Business or Healthcare related field

Tools

Autoclave operations

Job description

Work Location

Orange, California

Work Shift

Evening – 10hrs (United States of America)

Job Summary

The Sterile Processing Technician Lead performs and monitors a variety of duties in relation to decontamination, preparation/assembly, sterilization, and distribution of trays and sets, case carts, equipment. The role maintains sterilization logs, instrument tracking system, and supply inventory in the sterile processing unit without direct supervision. Responsibilities include routine cleaning and preventative maintenance of department equipment, managing shifts and staff, participating in performance evaluations, monitoring distribution of supplies to customers, and maintaining excellent customer service.

Pay Range

Minimum $26.73 | Midpoint $35.41 | Maximum $44.10

Position Details

Full-time position. Works 4, 10‑hour shifts per week supporting the evening shift (12:00pm–10:30pm).

Experience

• Required: Minimum two (2) years of Sterile Processing experience and at least one (1) year of training and orientation of new staff.
• Preferred: Five (5) years of Sterile Processing experience.

Education

• Required: High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Preferred: Associate degree in Business or Healthcare related field. Coursework in medical terminology, human anatomy, microbiology, infection control, decontamination, disinfection, instrument assembly and packaging, high‑level sterilization, biological testing, inventory management and distribution.

Training

• Required: Technician Certification within 6 months to 1 year of employment (CSPDS or IAHCSMM). Operating knowledge of sterilization standards, autoclave operations and biological monitoring.

Specialized Skills

• Proficient in verbal and written English with excellent telephone and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a rapidly changing environment.
• Basic computer use and instrument tracking system knowledge.
• Leadership, self‑motivation, and teamwork, with prior precepting experience in a hospital setting and demonstrated leadership program.
• Capability to set goals, judge results in accordance with the highest standards, promote teamwork, advance care through new ideas and technology, exceed customer expectations, and solve complex patient care and organizational problems while modeling positive and professional behavior.

Licensure

• Required: RQI Responder – American Heart Association – within six (6) months of hire/transfer; Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) – within six (6) months to one (1) year of employment.
• Preferred: International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management (IAHCSMM).

Work Environments

Functional Demand: Medium – high energy level. Tasks include lifting and carrying 40‑50 lbs, push/pull of 150‑200 lbs (patients on bed or stretcher), and lateral transfer of 150‑200 lbs.

Physical Activity Requirements

• Bending, carrying objects, climbing, keyboard use/repetitive motion, pinching/fine motor activities, push/pull, reaching forward, reaching overhead, sitting, squat/kneel/crawl, standing, talking or hearing, tasting or smelling, twisting, walking, wrist position deviation.
• Lifting (floor to waist level) - Constant 67% or more, Frequent 36‑66%, Occasional 0‑35%.
• Lifting (waist level and above) - Constant 67% or more, Frequent 36‑66%, Occasional 0‑35%.

Sensory Requirements

• Color discrimination, depth perception, far vision, hearing, near vision.

Environment Requirements

• Airborne communicable disease, bloodborne pathogens, chemical, dust particulate matter, extreme noise levels, extreme temperatures, radiation, uneven surfaces or elevations.

Non‑Discrimination Statement

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws. CHOC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.