Sterile Processing Tech II On-Call SPD Specialist

Kaiser Permanente; Baldwin Park (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in California is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate, clean, sterilize, assemble and distribute surgical instruments and OR sets. You will operate sterilizers and endoscope reprocessors, prepare carts, and ensure instruments meet quality standards.

This on-call position requires basic knowledge of processing techniques, the ability to multitask in a fast-paced hospital environment, and reliable attendance; weekend rotation and holiday shifts may apply.

Qualifications

• Two years of recent experience in a Sterile Processing Department in an acute hospital OR as a Surgical Technician with SPD experience.
• Completion of an accredited Sterile Processing Program with 400 clinical hours or a Surgical Technician program.
• Basic knowledge of instrument processing techniques including decontamination, assembly and sterilization.
• Knowledge of Sterile Processing Department policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Fill orders from requesting departments.
• Perform instrument decontamination, assembly and sterilization per manufacturers' recommendations.
• Disassemble, clean and test surgical instruments.
• Prepare OR case carts according to preference cards.
• Operate sterilization equipment (steam, plasma, endoscope washers) and track sterilizer records.
• Maintain sterile packages and inventory of supplies.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Multitasking

Color vision

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Sterile Processing Program (400 clinical hours) or Surgical Technician program

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in California is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate, clean, sterilize, assemble and distribute surgical instruments and OR sets. You will operate sterilizers and endoscope reprocessors, prepare carts, and ensure instruments meet quality standards.

This on-call position requires basic knowledge of processing techniques, the ability to multitask in a fast-paced hospital environment, and reliable attendance; weekend rotation and holiday shifts may apply.