Sterile Processing Tech: Instrument Sterilization Specialist

Adventist Health; Montebello (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health White Memorial Montebello is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate and process surgical instruments, assemble trays, and support sterilization operations. The role requires attention to instrument counts, maintaining clean work areas and assisting with OR turnover as needed.

The position requires a Sterile Processing Technician certification and HLFS certification, with a strong commitment to patient safety and teamwork in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School Education/GED or equivalent is required.
• Associate/Technical Degree or equivalent combination is preferred.
• Sterile Processing Technician certification is required.
• Hospital Fire and Life Safety (HLFS) certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminates and processes instruments, compiles instrument sets and counts.
• Sterilizes instruments and prepares immediate-use instruments when needed.
• Maintains a clean, orderly department environment and assists with OR turnover.
• Performs daily diagnostic testing on sterilizing equipment and records results.
• Provides services for various departments under RN supervision.

Education

High School/GED

Associate/Technical Degree

Job description

Adventist Health White Memorial Montebello is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate and process surgical instruments, assemble trays, and support sterilization operations. The role requires attention to instrument counts, maintaining clean work areas and assisting with OR turnover as needed.

The position requires a Sterile Processing Technician certification and HLFS certification, with a strong commitment to patient safety and teamwork in a fast-paced hospital setting.