Sterile Processing Tech II — Precision Instrument Sets

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Keck Hospital of USC in California seeks a Sterile Processing Technician II to decontaminate, assemble, sterilize and distribute surgical instruments across the hospital. You’ll operate autoclaves and hydrogen peroxide sterilizers, monitor quality, and maintain documentation in line with IFU guidelines.

Working under supervision, you’ll support OR teams, train staff as needed, and uphold SPD policies to ensure patient safety and efficient case flow.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of a Sterile Processing Program or accredited Surgical Technician program; or 3 years of Sterile Processing experience.
• Requires 1 year Sterile Processing experience.
• Basic knowledge of Windows OS and computer systems.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and package instrument sets following protocols; check functionality and cleanliness.
• Disassemble instruments, decontaminate, and load washers per IFU.
• Operate and maintain sterilization equipment; document QA and maintenance.
• Dispense sterile instrumentation to OR; maintain inventory and stock rotation.
• Train other Sterile Processing Technicians as needed.
• Troubleshoot equipment and coordinate with OR/other departments.
• Prepare loads and operate sterilization equipment.
• Adhere to SPD policies/SOPs.
• Prepare OR case carts and inspect packaging for proper sterilization.
• Understand documentation and logging via Censitrac.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Operate complex machinery

Multitasking

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Sterile Processing Program/accredited Surgical Technician program

Tools

Autoclave equipment

Hydrogen peroxide sterilizers

Sonic equipment

Censitrac tracking system

Job description

Keck Hospital of USC in California seeks a Sterile Processing Technician II to decontaminate, assemble, sterilize and distribute surgical instruments across the hospital. You’ll operate autoclaves and hydrogen peroxide sterilizers, monitor quality, and maintain documentation in line with IFU guidelines.

Working under supervision, you’ll support OR teams, train staff as needed, and uphold SPD policies to ensure patient safety and efficient case flow.