Sterile Processing Tech II - Sterile Processing - Full Time 8 Hour Night Shift

Veterans in Healthcare; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Keck Medicine of USC in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician II for a full-time, 8-hour night shift (non-exempt). The role involves decontaminating, assembling, sterilizing and distributing reusable surgical instruments, operating autoclaves and hydrogen peroxide sterilizers, and ensuring quality assurance.

Responsibilities include instrument packaging, decontamination, equipment operation, inventory control, and training junior technicians, with adherence to SPD policies

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of Sterile Processing Program or accredited Surgical Technician program required; if not completed, 3+ years of Sterile Processing experience.
• 1 year Sterile Processing experience required.
• Proficient in Windows OS and basic computer use.
• Ability to operate washers, ultrasonic cleaners, and sterilizers.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and Sterile Processing certifications (HSPA, CBSPD, CST, TS-C).
• Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) within 30 days of hire (if not already), renewals as required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and package surgical/clinic instrument sets per protocols; check instrumentation for function and cleanliness.
• Disassemble, wash, decontaminate, and load washers per IFU.
• Operate and maintain sterilization equipment; maintain related documentation and QA records.
• Distribute sterile instrumentation to OR and Sterile Storage; manage par level inventory.
• Coordinate with OR and other departments to ensure smooth processing flows; train other technicians as needed.
• Troubleshoot equipment, instrument, and customer issues; communicate with outside vendors as needed.
• Prepare loads and operate equipment involved in sterilization processes.
• Adhere to SPD policies/procedures and SOPs in all duties.
• Prepare OR case carts and note missing items; inspect packages for proper sterilization.

Skills

Sterile processing

Quality assurance

Documentation

Equipment troubleshooting

Communication

Training others

Multi-tasking

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Sterile Processing Program certification or Surgical Technician program

Tools

Steam autoclave

Hydrogen peroxide sterilizers

Sonic cleaners

Automated washers

Heat sealers

Job description

Sterile Processing Tech II - Sterile Processing - Full Time 8 Hour Night Shift (Non Exempt) (Union)

Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

Under general supervision of the Sterile Processing Supervisor or Sterile Processing Educator, the Sterile Processing Technician (SPT)II serve with basic knowledge of Sterile Processing techniques/skills and is responsible for decontaminating, operationally checking, assembling, sterilizing, and distributing reusable surgical/clinical instrumentation and implants throughout the organization. Operate Steam (autoclave) and H2O2 (hydrogen peroxide) sterilizers, sonic equipment, automated washers and heat sealers. Store, date, rotate and distribute reusable surgical/clinical instrumentation. All in accordance with department and manufacturer IFU guidelines.

Essential Duties

• Assemble and package surgical/clinic procedure instrument sets following protocols established by electronic count sheets and manufacturer IFU. Operationally check instrumentation for functionality and cleanliness
• Disassemble instruments/equipment, remove gross contamination, manually wash instruments, decontaminate and load automated washers according to manufacturer's instructions for use (IFU).
• Operate and maintain sterilization and disinfection equipment according to established protocols and professional standards. Maintain sterilization documentation related to items processed, quality assurance, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Dispense sterile instrumentation to appropriate locations in the Sterile Storage and OR. Maintain sterile inventory through par level maintenance, stock rotation, and quality assurance. Proper distribution of sterile clinic instrumentation..
• Maintain timely and efficient process flows through communication with outside departments and sterile processing technicians in other assignments. Train and assist other Sterile Processing Technicians in the duties listed above.
• Troubleshoot and address routine equipment, instrument, and customer issues. Interface with OR, ancillary departments, and other customers to resolve issues. Receive loaner trays via Casechek and communicate with outside companies to help resolve instrument issues.
• Prepares loads, operates equipment involved in sterilization processes.
• Must be knowledgeable of and adhere to all SPD policies/procedures/SOPs in performance of duties.
• Prepares OR case carts and places any missing items on the OR shortage list. Inspect packages for indications of proper sterilization.
• Obtain knowledge of documentation and logging of information and use of the Censitrac tracking system
• May train or provide guidance or work direction to the Sterile Processing Technician I as needed.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Req High School or equivalent
• Req Specialized/technical training Completion of a Sterile Processing Program or an accredited Surgical Technician program. If no completion of program, must have an additional three years of experience as a Sterile Processing Tech.
• If no completion of program, must have an additional three years of experience as a Sterile Processing Tech.
• Req 1 year Sterile Processing
• Req Basic knowledge of computer systems including Windows OS, keyboard and mouse operation.
• Req Ability to operate complex machinery including washers, ultrasonic cleaners, and sterilizers.
• Req Demonstrated ability to competently perform multiple, complex tasks.
• Req Knowledge of medical terminology
• Req Sterile Processing Certification Current Certification as a Sterile Processing Technician through an accredited organization (HSPA, CBSPD) or Valid Certified Surgical Tech (CST) or Surgery-Certified Credential (TS-C) from CAAHEP or ABHES certification (Must be maintained by renewal before expiration date).
• Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)

Employer Description

Keck Medicine of USC is a community creating a lasting impact in healthcare, and every team member contributes to a culture built on growth, collaboration, and well-being – because Together, We Are Limitless. Visit Keck Medicine of USC's Career Site for more information.

Keck Hospital of USC, a 343-bed acute care hospital, provides exceptional and innovative care for complex medical and surgical conditions across a wide range of specialties. The hospital’s world-renowned physicians deliver compassionate, customized, patient-centered care and treat the most acutely ill patients with highly innovative techniques and treatment plans. As a leading academic medical center, hundreds of clinical trials are currently taking place at Keck Hospital and its affiliated research institutions, giving patients access to novel and promising therapies that are generally not available elsewhere. Every day at Keck Hospital, physicians, nurses and staff go beyond the science of exceptional medicine to bring patients breakthroughs in the art of caring. Join this world-class team providing highly specialized care, up-to-the-minute research, and innovative clinical trials.

Salary

The hourly rate range for this position is $27.45 - $46.68. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Equal Opportunity Statement

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at [phone], or by email at [e-mail]. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law. Interested in working for USC on a temporary basis? Contact Trojan Talent Source (operated by Kelly Services) at [phone] or [e-mail].