Sterile Processing Tech I — Instrument Sets & Sterilization

University of California - San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California - San Francisco is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate, assemble, package, and distribute surgical instruments, implants, supplies, and equipment for the OR, Nursing Units, and Ancillary Departments.

The incumbent maintains documentation and operates sterilization equipment and related computer systems; flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations is required.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Completion of an SPD certification program from a recognized institution.
• Operate sterilizers, washers and ultrasonic cleaners.
• Flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Basic computer systems knowledge (Windows OS).
• Knowledge of medical terminology and safety precautions.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and package surgical instrument sets following protocols.
• Decontaminate instrument sets and patient equipment per established protocols.
• Dispense sterile supplies and maintain sterile inventory and logs.
• Maintain efficient workflow through coordination with sterile processing and other departments.
• Assist other sterile processing technicians as needed.

Skills

Good communication

English proficiency

Customer service

Computer basics

Education

SPD certification training

High School diploma

Tools

Sterilizers

Washers

Ultrasonic cleaners

Job description

University of California - San Francisco is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate, assemble, package, and distribute surgical instruments, implants, supplies, and equipment for the OR, Nursing Units, and Ancillary Departments.

The incumbent maintains documentation and operates sterilization equipment and related computer systems; flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations is required.