Sterile Processing Tech I: Instrument Sterilization & QA

Kaiser Permanente; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support the Sterile Processing Department. The role involves cleaning, disinfecting, sterilizing, assembling, and packing surgical instruments and reusable devices for inpatient nursing and medical office areas.

Responsibilities include maintaining accurate records, following safety protocols, and participating in QA activities to ensure regulatory compliance and high quality standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information to customers and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Follow infection control and QA policies for sterilization.
• Decontaminate, sterilize, assemble, and package instruments and trays.
• Inventory, restock, and distribute equipment and supplies.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Written communication

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Sterile processing equipment

Job description

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support the Sterile Processing Department. The role involves cleaning, disinfecting, sterilizing, assembling, and packing surgical instruments and reusable devices for inpatient nursing and medical office areas.

Responsibilities include maintaining accurate records, following safety protocols, and participating in QA activities to ensure regulatory compliance and high quality standards.