SPD TECH II Central Sterilization

Dignity Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 36,905 - 46,370; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care provider in Los Angeles seeks an SPD TECH II Central Sterilization to ensure patient safety through effective cleaning and sterilization of medical devices. The ideal candidate has a strong background in surgical instrumentation and is certified in sterile processing. This full-time position offers a pay range of $26.79 - $33.66 per hour, depending on experience, and requires BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years experience with surgical instrumentation required.
• Minimum two years prior sterile processing or surgical tech experience required.
• Certified and Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Surgical Technologist Certification (CST) required.
• Current AHA BLS card required.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly clean, decontaminate, inspect, assemble, package, and sterilize medical devices.
• Operate and maintain cleaning and sterilization equipment.
• Perform biological testing and monitor autoclave performance.
• Maintain supply levels and report any equipment malfunctions.
• Act as a preceptor and mentor to new team members.

Skills

Surgical instrumentation

Sterilization procedures

Infection control

Team collaboration

Education

Completion of a Sterile Processing Program

High School Graduate or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Tools

Cleaning and sterilization equipment

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Responsibilities

Join our team and play a vital role in ensuring patient safety! As a

• Instrument Expert: Thoroughly clean, decontaminate, inspect, assemble, package, and sterilize medical devices according to established procedures and manufacturer's instructions.
• Equipment Guardian: Operate and maintain cleaning and sterilization equipment, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to safety protocols.
• Quality Assurance Champion: Perform biological testing, monitor autoclave performance, and identify instruments needing repair or sharpening.
• Inventory Manager: Maintain supply levels, fill surgical case cart requisitions using our hospital computer system, and report any equipment malfunctions.
• Team Player & Mentor: Collaborate effectively with colleagues, physicians, and supervisory staff. Act as a preceptor and mentor to new team members, sharing your expertise and contributing to their development.
• Safety Advocate: Demonstrate a strong understanding of sterilization principles, infection control practices, and universal safety precautions.
  
  

Responsibilities

Join our team and play a vital role in ensuring patient safety! As a Sterile Processing Technician II, you'll be responsible for the meticulous cleaning, decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, and sterilization of surgical instruments and equipment used throughout our facility. You'll be a key contributor to a safe and efficient operating room environment.

• Instrument Expert: Thoroughly clean, decontaminate, inspect, assemble, package, and sterilize medical devices according to established procedures and manufacturer's instructions.
• Equipment Guardian: Operate and maintain cleaning and sterilization equipment, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to safety protocols.
• Quality Assurance Champion: Perform biological testing, monitor autoclave performance, and identify instruments needing repair or sharpening.
• Inventory Manager: Maintain supply levels, fill surgical case cart requisitions using our hospital computer system, and report any equipment malfunctions.
• Team Player & Mentor: Collaborate effectively with colleagues, physicians, and supervisory staff. Act as a preceptor and mentor to new team members, sharing your expertise and contributing to their development.
• Safety Advocate: Demonstrate a strong understanding of sterilization principles, infection control practices, and universal safety precautions.
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years experience with surgical instrumentation required.
• Minimum two years prior sterile processing or surgical tech experience required.
• Completion of a Sterile Processing Program or surgical tech program required.
• High School Graduate or equivalent required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution preferred.
• Certified and Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Surgical Technologist Certification (CST) required.
• CRCST required within 6 months of hire/transfer for Certified Surgical Technologists.
• All certifications are required through HSPA.
• Knowledge of specialty instruments and thorough knowledge of disinfecting and sterilization procedures required.
• Current AHA BLS card required
• Fire Card (within 90 days of hire) required.
  
  

This position is represented by SEIU-UHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement.

Overview

Founded in 1955, Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge, California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services, including the Leavey Cancer Center, a cardiovascular center, stroke center, the Center for Assault Treatment Services, a pediatric medical center, and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate, high-quality and affordable patient-centered care, we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health, one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9,000 physicians, 62,000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit here dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information.

One Community. One Mission. One California

Pay Range

$26.79 - $33.66 /hour

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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