Senior Sterile Processing Tech: Lead & Training

UCSF Health; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UCSF Health in San Francisco is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support the SPD shift flow, decontaminate, assemble, sterilize, and distribute instrumentation throughout the Medical Center. You will maintain documentation and assist in training, troubleshooting equipment, and participating in performance improvement across UCSF locations.

The role requires three years of SPD experience, CRCST/CSPDT certification, and strong communication and safety knowledge.

Qualifications

• High School graduate, GED or equivalent.
• Current certification as a Sterile Processing Technician (CRCST, IAHCSMM, or CSPDT).
• Minimum of three years in Sterile Processing.
• Knowledge of SPD areas: Decontamination, Inspection, Packaging, Sterilization, QC/records, Distribution, Case carts.
• Ability to operate sterilizers, washers and ultrasonic cleaners.
• Willingness to orient to all UCSF Medical Center locations.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Basic knowledge of Windows OS and computer use.
• Ability to perform multiple, complex tasks.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, policies, regulations and safety standards.
• English communication proficiency.
• Ability to move heavy trays (up to 50 pounds).

Responsibilities

• Assist in overall workflow of the shift in SPD.
• Decontaminate, assemble, sterilize and distribute surgical instrumentation and equipment.
• Maintain documentation and assist in training other Sterile Processing Technicians.
• Troubleshoot equipment and customer issues.
• Operate sterilization and decontamination equipment and related computer systems.
• Participate in performance improvement planning and implementation.

Skills

Sterile processing

Communication

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

CRCST / CSPDT certification

Tools

Sterilizers

Ultrasonic cleaners

Washers

Job description

UCSF Health in San Francisco is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support the SPD shift flow, decontaminate, assemble, sterilize, and distribute instrumentation throughout the Medical Center. You will maintain documentation and assist in training, troubleshooting equipment, and participating in performance improvement across UCSF locations.

The role requires three years of SPD experience, CRCST/CSPDT certification, and strong communication and safety knowledge.