Senior Sterile Processing Tech II: Precision & Safety

CommonSpirit Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northridge Hospital Medical Center, part of CommonSpirit Health, is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech II to ensure patient safety and surgical efficiency through meticulous decontamination, sterilization, and instrument assembly. You will maintain documentation, test equipment, and manage inventory under strict protocols.

The role requires attention to detail, strong organization, and excellent communication to coordinate with teams, while upholding sterile technique and patient safety in a

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED upon hire.
• Completion of Sterile Processing Program or surgical tech program.
• Fire Safety training within 90 days of hire.
• Basic Life Support - CPR upon hire.
• Certified/Registered Central Service Technician upon hire or earlier.
• Certified Sterile Processing/Distribution Technician or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and decontaminates surgical instruments and other medical equipment per policy.
• Inspects, assembles, packages, and sterilizes devices per procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of sterilization, asepsis, infection control, and safety.
• Uses department logs or computers to document steps; uses instrument tracking systems.
• Disassembles, cleans, or decontaminates instruments per manufacturer guidelines (e.g., ultrasonic cleaning).
• Maintains supply levels and communicates with ordering personnel.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Sterile technique

Adaptability

Self-motivation

Education

Sterile Processing Program

Surgical tech program

CPR certification

Fire Safety training

Job description

Northridge Hospital Medical Center, part of CommonSpirit Health, is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech II to ensure patient safety and surgical efficiency through meticulous decontamination, sterilization, and instrument assembly. You will maintain documentation, test equipment, and manage inventory under strict protocols.

The role requires attention to detail, strong organization, and excellent communication to coordinate with teams, while upholding sterile technique and patient safety in a