Sterile Processing Tech II — Advanced Instrument Prep

Sharp HealthCare; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp HealthCare is hiring for a Sterile Processing Department Technician II to process and distribute instruments and equipment used in patient care areas and input patient charges. The role requires at least two years in a hospital/acute care surgical setting and proficiency assembling complex instrumentation, including spine/open heart/robotics.

The position works under the SEIU-affiliated CBA, may include rotating weekend shifts, and involves maintaining safety, infection control, and

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least 2 years in a hospital/acute care surgical setting as SPD tech or Surgical Technician.
• Must be proficient assembling large complex instrumentation (spine, open heart, robotics).

Responsibilities

• Verify sterilization loads and tests; document results.
• Prepare, wrap, label, and containerize instruments for sterilization.
• Operate SPD equipment (steam, gas plasma, washers, ultrasonic cleaners, sealers) and maintain safety.
• Manage inventory, stocking, and distribution to departments.
• Train new staff and ensure compliance with training and hospital policies.

Skills

Instrument assembly proficiency

Decontamination and disinfection

Infection control compliance

Education

HS Diploma or Equivalent

CSPDT certification

CST certification

CRCST certification

Job description

Sharp HealthCare is hiring for a Sterile Processing Department Technician II to process and distribute instruments and equipment used in patient care areas and input patient charges. The role requires at least two years in a hospital/acute care surgical setting and proficiency assembling complex instrumentation, including spine/open heart/robotics.

The position works under the SEIU-affiliated CBA, may include rotating weekend shifts, and involves maintaining safety, infection control, and