Senior Sterile Processing Technician

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California's Keck Hospital of USC in Glendale seeks a Sterile Processing Technician II with basic SUS expertise to decontaminate, assemble, sterilize, and distribute reusable surgical instrumentation. You will operate autoclaves, hydrogen peroxide sterilizers, and washers, ensuring proper documentation and compliance.

Responsibilities include assembling instrument sets, decontaminating equipment, training peers, and coordinating with OR and other departments to resolve

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent.
• Completion of a Sterile Processing Program or an accredited Surgical Technician program; if not, 3 years of experience as a Sterile Processing Tech.
• At least 1 year Sterile Processing experience.
• Basic knowledge of Windows OS and computer systems.
• Ability to operate washers, ultrasonic cleaners, and sterilizers.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Current Sterile Processing Certification (HSPA, CBSPD) or CST/TS-C from CAAHEP/ABHES; renewal required.
• Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) or obtain within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and package instrument sets per protocols; check functionality and cleanliness.
• Disassemble instruments, decontaminate, and load washers per IFU.
• Operate and maintain sterilization equipment; document QA and maintenance.
• Dispense sterile instrumentation to OR and maintain inventory.
• Coordinate with OR and other departments; train others as needed.
• Troubleshoot equipment and instrument issues; liaise with outside companies.
• Prepare loads and operate sterilization equipment.
• Adhere to SPD policies and SOPs.
• Prepare OR case carts and inspect packaging.
• Learn and use Censitrac tracking system.
• May train Sterile Processing Technician I.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sterile Processing

Computer literacy

Medical terminology

Instrumentation handling

Team training

Censitrac

Education

Sterile Processing Certification

High School or equivalent

Experience in Sterile Processing

Tools

Casechek

Censitrac tracking system

Washers & ultrasonic cleaners

Job description

University of Southern California's Keck Hospital of USC in Glendale seeks a Sterile Processing Technician II with basic SUS expertise to decontaminate, assemble, sterilize, and distribute reusable surgical instrumentation. You will operate autoclaves, hydrogen peroxide sterilizers, and washers, ensuring proper documentation and compliance.

Responsibilities include assembling instrument sets, decontaminating equipment, training peers, and coordinating with OR and other departments to resolve