Sterile Processing Tech II

CommonSpirit Health; California; On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech II at Northridge Hospital Medical Center in California to ensure instrument decontamination, sterilization, and preparation for patient care. Precision and infection control are essential to support surgical teams and patient safety.

You will document processing steps, manage equipment testing, and maintain supply levels while adhering to strict safety protocols in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and precision in decontamination and sterilization.
• Follows infection control standards and safety precautions.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and decontaminates surgical instruments and other medical equipment following established policy and procedure.
• Inspects, assembles, packages, and sterilizes medical devices following manufacturer's recommendations and established procedure.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge and understanding of sterilization, asepsis, infection control, and universal safety precautions.
• Uses department logs or computer systems to document processing steps; participates in instrument tracking.
• Disassembles, cleans, or decontaminates instruments per manufacturer recommendations (e.g., ultrasonic cleaning).
• Maintains supply levels for daily use and communicates with those ordering supplies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Sterile Processing Program

Certified and Registered Central Service Technician

Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Supervisor

Certified Sterile Processing and Dist Tech

Certified Sterile Processing Technician

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS)

Fire Safety

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Sterile Processing Tech II, you will ensure patient safety and surgical efficiency by meticulously decontaminating, sterilizing, and assembling all medical instruments and equipment. Your precise work is fundamental to infection control and positive patient outcomes across clinical areas.

Every day, you will expertly process surgical instruments, maintain accurate documentation, test equipment, and manage inventory according to strict protocols. You'll follow infection control standards, troubleshoot equipment, and help maintain a safe, efficient sterile processing environment.

To be successful, you'll need exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, excellent communication for coordination, and a profound commitment to sterile technique and patient safety. Self-motivation and adaptability are essential in this critical, fast-paced support service role.

• Cleans and decontaminates surgical instruments and other medical equipment following established policy and procedure.
• Inspects, assembles, packages, and sterilizes medical devices following manufacturer's recommendations and established procedure.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge and understanding of the principles of sterilization, asepsis, infection control, and universal safety precautions.
• Understands and utilizes department logs or computers to document the processing steps. Uses hospital instrument tracking systems in all designated areas.
• Disassembles, cleans, or decontaminates surgical instruments per manufacturer's recommendations, including but not limited to ultrasonic cleaning.
• Maintains supply levels of all items required for daily use and effectively communicates with those responsible for ordering.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Graduate or GED
• Completion of a Sterile Processing Program or surgical tech program
• Certified and Registered Central Service Technician or
• Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Supervisor
• Certified Sterile Processing and Dist Tech or
• Certified Sterile Processing Technician
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS)
• Fire Safety, within 90 Days

Preferred

• Minimum of two years' experience with surgical instrumentation
• Minimum of two years' prior sterile processing or surgical tech experience
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1955, Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, heart care, cancer care and women’s health. It is the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley.

Additionally, Northridge Hospital Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and has been recognized as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.

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