Sterile Processing Tech - Critical OR Support

Forest Surgery Center; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account with employer’s

Life Insurance

PTO

401(k) retirement plan with company-m血

And more!

Job summary

Forest Surgery Center is seeking a detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician to join our outpatient surgical team. You will decontaminate, clean, and disinfect instruments and equipment, operate autoclaves and other sterilizers, and assemble trays according to procedure and surgeon requirements.

You will maintain accurate sterilization records, monitor inventory, and collaborate with clinical staff to ensure timely delivery while upholding all infection control and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a sterile processing technician training program preferred.
• Certification (CBSPD or HSPA/IAHCSMM) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, and disinfect surgical instruments and equipment according to established protocols.
• Operate sterilization equipment including autoclaves and low-temperature sterilizers.
• Assemble and inspect instrument trays and surgical sets based on procedure and surgeon requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of sterilization processes and equipment maintenance.
• Ensure inventory levels of sterile supplies are maintained and properly rotated.
• Collaborate with clinical and surgical staff to ensure timely delivery of sterile instruments.
• Adhere to all infection control, safety, and regulatory standards (OSHA, CDC, AAMI, AORN).

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow strict protocols

Basic computer skills

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Sterile processing technician training program

Certification (CBSPD or HSPA/IAHCSMM) preferred

Job description

Forest Surgery Center is seeking a detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician to join our outpatient surgical team. You will decontaminate, clean, and disinfect instruments and equipment, operate autoclaves and other sterilizers, and assemble trays according to procedure and surgeon requirements.

You will maintain accurate sterilization records, monitor inventory, and collaborate with clinical staff to ensure timely delivery while upholding all infection control and regulatory standards.