Sterile Processing Tech II - Sterile Processing - Sharp Tri-City - Variable Shift - Per Diem

Sharp HealthCare; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp HealthCare in Oceanside, CA is seeking a Sterile Processing Department Technician II to manage processing and distribution of instruments used in inpatient care areas and input patient charges.

Requires HS diploma, 2 years SPD or Surgical Tech experience, ability to assemble complex instrumentation (spine, open heart, robotic), and CSPDT/CST/CRCST certification options. Per Diem/PRN, variable shifts, weekend as needed.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or Equivalent required.
• 2 years hospital/acute care SPD or Surgical Tech experience.
• Proficient in assembling large complex instrumentation (spine, open heart, robotic).
• CSPDT or CST or CRCST certification preferred/required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe, clean working environment per safety standards.
• Documents sterilization loads and biological tests to verify efficacy.
• Assembles, wraps, labels, and handles instruments per procedures.
• Selects sterilization methods and follows manufacturer instructions.
• Performs high level disinfection on items as required.
• Stores and distributes instruments to patient care areas as needed.

Skills

Sterile processing

Instrumentation assembly

Attention to safety

Education

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent

Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT)

Certified Surgical Technologists (CST)

Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)

Job description

Hours

Shift Start Time: Variable

Shift End Time: Variable

AWS Hours Requirement: 8/40 - 8 Hour Shift

Additional Shift Information: Per Diem / PRN position

Weekend Requirements: As Needed

On-Call Required: No

Hourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum): $28.290 - $28.290 - $31.110

This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with SEIU.

This position was originally posted to STC SEIU members from 08/27/26 to 09/04/26. The position is now available to be filled by internal candidates that are not members of the ratified Bargaining Unit or External candidates to STC.

What You Will Do
The Sterile Processing Department Technician II are responsible for the processing and distribution of instruments and medical equipment used in-patient care areas and for the input of patient charges.

Required Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or Equivalent
• 2 Years experience in a Hospital/Acute Care Surgical setting as a Sterile Processing Technician (also known as a Central Supply Technician or Instrument Room Technician) or as a Surgical Technician
• Must be proficient in assembling large complex instrumentation such as spine, open heart, and robotic instrumentation.
• Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) - The Certification Board for Sterile Processing & Distribution; OR Certified Surgical Technologists (CST) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA); OR Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) -REQUIRED

Essential Functions

• The position characteristics reflect the most important duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job in a fully competent manner. They should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. The characteristics of the position and standards of performance may be changed by TCMC with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.
  Maintains a safe, clean working environment, including unit-based safety and infection control requirements.
  
  Data Collection
  Documents and verifies sterilization loads and biological tests to determine the efficacy of the sterilization process.
  Documents and verifies washer check tests to determine the efficacy of the automated washer/disinfectors
  Documents and verifies ultrasonic check tests to determine the efficacy of the ultrasonic cleaner
  Documents the delivery of Patient Care Equipment
  Technical Responsibilities
  Decontamination: Identifies and uses appropriate methods to sort, disassemble, decontaminate, rinse and disinfect instruments and equipment. Maintains safety standards.
  Preparing Instruments: Consistently uses count sheets to correctly assemble, inspect, protect, wrap, containerize and/or peel package and label instruments
  Sterilization Process: Selects appropriate sterilization methods. Knows and follows correct principles of sterilization.
  High Level Disinfection: Identifies those items that require High Level Disinfection and performs and monitors per the Manufacturers Instructions for Use.
  Storage: Properly handles and stores sterile and or non-sterile supplies, equipment, and instruments.
  Distribution: Accesses Doctor Preference Card. Retrieves disburses medical and surgical supplies and equipment to the customer in a quality/timely manner.
  Equipment: Knows, uses, maintains, and operates the equipment specific to SPD, i.e. steam, gas plasma, washer/disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, and heat sealers.
  Inventory Control: Knows and uses the process involved in receiving, stocking, rotating and delivery of supplies. Communicates supplies issues in a timely manner.
  Environmental Standards: Maintains a clean orderly work area. Completes assigned housekeeping duties.
  Resource: Serves as a resource to customers on all SPD functions. Helps train new employees.
  Other: Performs all other related job duties as required. Tracks his/her progress and compliance in regards to training, staff meeting and in service education and hospital mandatory training.

Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class

Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) - The Certification Board for Sterile Processing & Distribution; Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA); H.S. Diploma or Equivalent; Certified Surgical Technologists (CST) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)